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6.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Ripon, Wisconsin

7 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 7
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.1/10
Estimated Scores: 29%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.1/10

29% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$65,914

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$182,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
26%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
20 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
70%

Of occupied housing units

How Ripon compares

Wisconsin rank

#245 of 324

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.3

below 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 6.1 out of 10, schools in Ripon show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Ripon is Ripon Middle with a composite score of 7.3/10, 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.

Filter by ZIP: 54971 (7)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1 157 students · Kindergarten–2nd 6.8
2 152 students · 3rd–5th 6.1
3 156 students · 3rd–5th 6.1
4 222 students · Pre-K–2nd 5.8

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 295 students · 6th–8th 7.3

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 448 students · 9th–12th 7.0

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 224 students · Pre-K–12th 3.3

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.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
7
Elementary
4
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.1/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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 6.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Ripon, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked school in Ripon on MySchoolScout is Ripon Middle with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Ripon, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked elementary school in Ripon on MySchoolScout is Barlow Park Charter School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

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 7.3/10.

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 7.0/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.