Best Schools in Superior, Wisconsin
11 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Superior?
Use this page to compare every school in Superior by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Cathedral School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bryant Elementary
Elementary · Superior School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cooper Elementary
Elementary · Superior 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 Superior for 2026 are Cathedral School (9.0/10), Bryant Elementary (7.8/10), and Cooper Elementary (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
11
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$176,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
11
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$176,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.8/10 despite 49% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Superior schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Superior
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cathedral School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Bryant Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Cooper Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Great Lakes Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Northern Lights Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Four Corners Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Superior Middle | 5.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Lake Superior Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Superior High | 4.7 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $66,942
- Median home value
- $176,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 17 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Superior compares
Wisconsin rank
#193 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$67k
86% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Superior, Wisconsin
Superior, Wisconsin runs nine ranked public schools across its district, with an average score of 6.1 out of 10. That average sits in the middle tier — solid enough for families who prioritize stability, but with clear room to target higher-performing buildings by grade level. Two schools, 22% of the ranked total, clear the 7-point threshold, meaning parents have real options at the top end without leaving the district.
Elementary is where Superior performs best. Great Lakes Elementary leads the city with a 7.4 out of 10, the highest score in the district. Northern Lights Elementary follows closely at 7.1, making it the city's second high-performer. Both give families of young children strong starting points. Cooper Elementary rounds out the elementary tier at 6.3 — still above the district average, but a step behind the top two. Parents with elementary-age children have a clear priority list: Great Lakes first, Northern Lights second.
The secondary schools hold steady. Superior Middle scores 6.7 out of 10, matching Superior High exactly. Both land above the citywide average, which means the district doesn't drop off sharply as students advance — a consistent concern in smaller urban districts. The alignment between middle and high school scores suggests continuity in academic environment across the secondary years, though neither school reaches the stronger elementary numbers.
For parents doing their due diligence, the key takeaway is straightforward: maximize elementary school choice. The gap between Great Lakes Elementary (7.4) and the district average (6.1) is meaningful — 1.3 points that reflect real differences in outcomes. Families who can place their children in the top two elementaries get a stronger academic foundation than the city average suggests. At the secondary level, the middle and high schools perform consistently, so the grade transition is predictable. Superior is a manageable district for school research: nine schools, two standout options at the elementary level, and a secondary track that holds steady above average.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 305 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | 308 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 3 | 358 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 4 | 452 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 5 | 169 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 | ||
| 6 | 141 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Cathedral School
Private
111 students · Pre-K–8th | 9.0 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 908 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,290 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 92 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.8 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Twin Ports Baptist School
Private
7 students · 3rd–12th | — | ||
Schools in Superior
Superior, Wisconsin · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,942
Median Home Value
$176,700
Median Rent
$901/mo
Population
30,211
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
12.0%
Community Profile
Superior has a median household income of $66,942. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $176,700, with a median rent of $901/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
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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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Superior, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Superior, Wisconsin?
Superior has 11 schools, including 9 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Superior, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Superior is 6.3 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 Superior, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Superior on MySchoolScout is Cathedral School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Superior, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Superior on MySchoolScout is Cathedral School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Superior, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked middle school in Superior on MySchoolScout is Superior Middle with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Superior, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in Superior on MySchoolScout is Superior High with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Superior, Wisconsin?
Superior is served by 1 school district: Superior School District.
What is the education level in Superior, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Superior have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Superior, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Superior is approximately $66,942 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Superior, Wisconsin?
Yes, Superior has 2 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Cathedral School with a score of 9.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Superior, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Superior is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Superior, 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.