Best Schools in Shell Lake, Wisconsin
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Shell Lake Elementary (3-6)
Elementary · Shell Lake School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Shell Lake Junior/senior High
High · Shell Lake School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$215,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$215,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Shell Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shell Lake Elementary (3-6) | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Shell Lake Junior/senior High | 6.7 / 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
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $70,100
- Median home value
- $215,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Shell Lake compares
Wisconsin rank
#22 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.3
above Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$70k
90% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Shell Lake, Wisconsin
Shell Lake, Wisconsin is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Shell Lake perform strongly 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 Shell Lake is Shell Lake Elementary (3-6) with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shell Lake is served by 1 school district: Shell Lake School District. These districts collectively serve 618 students.
Shell Lake's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,100. The poverty rate in the area is 8.3%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 173 students · 3rd–6th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 128 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 317 students · 7th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Shell Lake
Shell Lake, Wisconsin · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,100
Median Home Value
$215,100
Median Rent
$740/mo
Population
3,323
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Community Profile
Shell Lake has a median household income of $70,100. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $215,100, with a median rent of $740/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Shell Lake, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Shell Lake, Wisconsin?
Shell Lake has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shell Lake, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shell Lake is 7.7 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 Shell Lake, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Shell Lake on MySchoolScout is Shell Lake Elementary (3-6) with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Shell Lake, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Shell Lake on MySchoolScout is Shell Lake Elementary (3-6) with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best high school in Shell Lake, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in Shell Lake on MySchoolScout is Shell Lake Junior/senior High with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Shell Lake, Wisconsin?
Shell Lake is served by 1 school district: Shell Lake School District.
What is the education level in Shell Lake, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Shell Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shell Lake, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Shell Lake is approximately $70,100 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shell Lake, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shell Lake is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shell Lake, 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.