Best Schools in Ripon, Wisconsin
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Ripon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Quest Charter School
Elementary · Ripon Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Murray Park Elementary
Elementary · Ripon Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ripon Middle
Middle · Ripon Area 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 Ripon for 2026 are Quest Charter School (9.3/10), Murray Park Elementary (8.6/10), and Ripon Middle (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$182,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$182,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ripon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quest Charter School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Murray Park Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Ripon Middle | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Ripon High | 5.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Odyssey Academy of Virtual Learning | 2.7 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $65,914
- Median home value
- $182,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
57% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ripon compares
Wisconsin rank
#132 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$66k
84% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Ripon, Wisconsin
Ripon, Wisconsin is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Ripon 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 Ripon is Quest Charter School with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ripon is served by 1 school district: Ripon Area School District. These districts collectively serve 1,654 students.
Ripon's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,914. The poverty rate in the area is 9.3%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 156 students · 3rd–5th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 152 students · 3rd–5th | 8.6 |
| 3 | 157 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 7.2 |
| 4 | 222 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 295 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 448 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 224 students · Pre-K–12th | 2.7 |
Schools in Ripon
Ripon, Wisconsin · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,914
Median Home Value
$182,800
Median Rent
$708/mo
Population
10,783
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
Ripon has a median household income of $65,914. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $182,800, with a median rent of $708/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ripon, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Ripon, Wisconsin?
Ripon has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ripon, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ripon is 6.8 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 Ripon, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Ripon on MySchoolScout is Quest Charter School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ripon, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ripon on MySchoolScout is Quest Charter School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Ripon, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked middle school in Ripon on MySchoolScout is Ripon Middle with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Ripon, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in Ripon on MySchoolScout is Ripon High with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Ripon, Wisconsin?
Ripon is served by 1 school district: Ripon Area School District.
What is the education level in Ripon, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Ripon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ripon, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Ripon is approximately $65,914 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ripon, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ripon is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ripon, 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.