Best Schools in Viroqua, Wisconsin
9 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Viroqua by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Viroqua Area Montessori School
Elementary · Viroqua Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Youth Initiative High School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Viroqua Elementary
Elementary · Viroqua 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 Viroqua for 2026 are Viroqua Area Montessori School (8.8/10), Youth Initiative High School (8.1/10), and Viroqua Elementary (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
9
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$222,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$222,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Viroqua
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Viroqua Area Montessori School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Youth Initiative High School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Viroqua Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Viroqua Middle | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Pleasant Ridge Waldorf School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Cornerstone Christian Academy | 6.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Viroqua High | 5.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Laurel High | 4.4 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $70,893
- Median home value
- $222,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
63% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Viroqua compares
Wisconsin rank
#112 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$71k
91% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Viroqua, Wisconsin
Viroqua, Wisconsin is home to 9 schools, including 6 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Viroqua 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 Viroqua is Viroqua Area Montessori School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Viroqua is served by 1 school district: Viroqua Area School District. These districts collectively serve 1,030 students.
Viroqua's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,893. The poverty rate in the area is 10.2%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 144 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.8 | ||
| 2 | 291 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.6 | ||
| 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 | Pleasant Ridge Waldorf School
Private
108 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 242 students · 5th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 301 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 | ||
| 2 | 45 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 | ||
| 3 | 13 students · 9th–12th | — | ||
| 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 | Youth Initiative High School
Private
74 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cornerstone Christian Academy
Private
40 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.6 |
Schools in Viroqua
Viroqua, Wisconsin · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,893
Median Home Value
$222,600
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
8,741
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Community Profile
Viroqua has a median household income of $70,893. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $222,600, with a median rent of $858/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Viroqua, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Viroqua, Wisconsin?
Viroqua has 9 schools, including 6 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Viroqua, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Viroqua is 6.9 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 Viroqua, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Viroqua on MySchoolScout is Viroqua Area Montessori School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Viroqua, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Viroqua on MySchoolScout is Viroqua Area Montessori School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Viroqua, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked middle school in Viroqua on MySchoolScout is Viroqua Middle with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Viroqua, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in Viroqua on MySchoolScout is Youth Initiative High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Viroqua, Wisconsin?
Viroqua is served by 1 school district: Viroqua Area School District.
What is the education level in Viroqua, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Viroqua have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Viroqua, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Viroqua is approximately $70,893 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Viroqua, Wisconsin?
Yes, Viroqua has 3 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Youth Initiative High School with a score of 8.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Viroqua, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Viroqua is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Viroqua, 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.