Best Schools in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Prairie Du Sac by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Grand Avenue Elementary
Elementary · Sauk Prairie School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Tower Rock Elementary
Elementary · Sauk Prairie School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sauk Prairie High
High · Sauk Prairie School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Prairie Du Sac for 2026 are Grand Avenue Elementary (6.9/10), Tower Rock Elementary (6.2/10), and Sauk Prairie High (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$333,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$333,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Prairie Du Sac
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Avenue Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Tower Rock Elementary | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Sauk Prairie High | 4.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $100,194
- Median home value
- $333,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Prairie Du Sac compares
Wisconsin rank
#242 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$100k
128% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin
Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Prairie Du Sac show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Prairie Du Sac is Grand Avenue Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Prairie Du Sac is served by 1 school district: Sauk Prairie School District. These districts collectively serve 2,686 students.
Prairie Du Sac's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $100,194. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 428 students · 3rd–5th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 478 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.3 |
| 3 | 211 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 873 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
Schools in Prairie Du Sac
Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$100,194
Median Home Value
$333,800
Median Rent
$1,141/mo
Population
6,444
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Prairie Du Sac has a median household income of $100,194. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $333,800, with a median rent of $1,141/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 3
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin?
Prairie Du Sac has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Prairie Du Sac is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Prairie Du Sac on MySchoolScout is Grand Avenue Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Prairie Du Sac on MySchoolScout is Grand Avenue Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best high school in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in Prairie Du Sac on MySchoolScout is Sauk Prairie High with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin?
Prairie Du Sac is served by 1 school district: Sauk Prairie School District.
What is the education level in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Prairie Du Sac have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Prairie Du Sac is approximately $100,194 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Prairie Du Sac is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Wisconsin Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.