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Best Schools in Tomahawk, Wisconsin

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.5/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Tomahawk 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.

Tomahawk Elementary

8.0/10

Elementary · Tomahawk School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Tomahawk Middle

6.9/10

Middle · Tomahawk School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

St Mary School

6.1/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Tomahawk for 2026 are Tomahawk Elementary (8.0/10), Tomahawk Middle (6.9/10), and St Mary School (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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

3 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.5

out of 10

Median Home

$223,700

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Tomahawk

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Tomahawk Elementary 8.0 / 10
2 Tomahawk Middle 6.9 / 10
3 St Mary School 6.1 / 10
4 Tomahawk High 4.9 / 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
6.5/10

25% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$76,712

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$223,700

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
23%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
24 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
86%

Of occupied housing units

How Tomahawk compares

Wisconsin rank

#172 of 324

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.1

above Wisconsin avg (6.4)

Median household income

$77k

98% of Wisconsin median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Tomahawk, Wisconsin

Tomahawk, Wisconsin is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Tomahawk 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 Tomahawk is Tomahawk Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Tomahawk is served by 1 school district: Tomahawk School District. These districts collectively serve 1,142 students.

Tomahawk's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,712. 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.

Filter by ZIP: 54487 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 526 students · Pre-K–5th 8.0
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 51 students · Pre-K–5th 6.1

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 263 students · 6th–8th 6.9

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 353 students · 9th–12th 4.9

Schools in Tomahawk

Tomahawk, Wisconsin · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$76,712

Median Home Value

$223,700

Median Rent

$612/mo

Population

9,740

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

8.0%

Community Profile

Tomahawk has a median household income of $76,712. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $223,700, with a median rent of $612/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Tomahawk, Wisconsin

How many schools are in Tomahawk, Wisconsin?

Tomahawk has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Tomahawk, Wisconsin?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tomahawk is 6.5 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 Tomahawk, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked school in Tomahawk on MySchoolScout is Tomahawk Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Tomahawk, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked elementary school in Tomahawk on MySchoolScout is Tomahawk Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Tomahawk, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked middle school in Tomahawk on MySchoolScout is Tomahawk Middle with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best high school in Tomahawk, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked high school in Tomahawk on MySchoolScout is Tomahawk High with a composite score of 4.9/10.

How many school districts serve Tomahawk, Wisconsin?

Tomahawk is served by 1 school district: Tomahawk School District.

What is the education level in Tomahawk, Wisconsin?

According to Census data, 23% of adults in Tomahawk have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Tomahawk, Wisconsin?

The median household income in Tomahawk is approximately $76,712 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Tomahawk, Wisconsin?

Yes, Tomahawk has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary School with a score of 6.1/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Tomahawk, Wisconsin?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tomahawk is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tomahawk, 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.