Best Schools in Valders, Wisconsin
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Valders by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Valders Middle
Middle · Valders Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Valders High
High · Valders Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Valders Elementary
Elementary · Valders 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 Valders for 2026 are Valders Middle (7.2/10), Valders High (5.3/10), and Valders Elementary (4.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$206,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$206,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Valders
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valders Middle | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Valders High | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Valders Elementary | 4.6 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $83,375
- Median home value
- $206,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Valders compares
Wisconsin rank
#282 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$83k
107% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Valders, Wisconsin
Valders, Wisconsin is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Valders 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 Valders is Valders Middle with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Valders is served by 1 school district: Valders Area School District. These districts collectively serve 955 students.
Valders's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,375. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 407 students · Pre-K–4th | 4.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 262 students · 5th–8th | 7.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 286 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
Schools in Valders
Valders, Wisconsin · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,375
Median Home Value
$206,800
Median Rent
$925/mo
Population
2,020
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Community Profile
Valders has a median household income of $83,375. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $206,800, with a median rent of $925/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% 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
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Valders, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Valders, Wisconsin?
Valders has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Valders, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Valders is 5.7 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 Valders, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Valders on MySchoolScout is Valders Middle with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Valders, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Valders on MySchoolScout is Valders Elementary with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Valders, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked middle school in Valders on MySchoolScout is Valders Middle with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Valders, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in Valders on MySchoolScout is Valders High with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Valders, Wisconsin?
Valders is served by 1 school district: Valders Area School District.
What is the education level in Valders, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Valders have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Valders, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Valders is approximately $83,375 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Valders, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Valders is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Valders, 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.