For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,591 students in Baraboo, WI (there are , serving 395 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Baraboo, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Baraboo, WI are Willson Elementary School, East Elementary School and Al Behrman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baraboo, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Baraboo have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Baraboo, WI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Willson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
146 Berkley Blvd
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3925
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3925
Grades: K-5
| 292 students
Rank: #22.
East Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
815 6th St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3920
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3920
Grades: PK-5
| 345 students
Rank: #33.
Al Behrman Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Mulberry St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3910
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3910
Grades: K-5
| 282 students
Rank: #44.
Jack Young Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1531 Draper St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3930
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3930
Grades: 6-8
| 571 students
Rank: #55.
Baraboo High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Draper St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3940
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3940
Grades: 9-12
| 935 students
Rank: n/an/a
707 Center St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3905
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3905
Grades: PK
| 108 students
Rank: n/an/a
707 Center St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3905
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3905
Grades: PK
| 17 students
Rank: n/an/a
707 Center St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3950
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3950
Grades: PK-K
| 41 students
Baraboo, Wisconsin ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
620 Commerce Ave
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3910
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3910
Grades: K-2
| 36 students
E12654 County Road T
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3901
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3901
Grades: PK-5
| 101 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Baraboo, WI?
The top ranked public schools in Baraboo, WI include Willson Elementary School, East Elementary School and Al Behrman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Baraboo?
8 public schools are located in Baraboo.
What percentage of students in Baraboo go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Baraboo are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Baraboo?
Baraboo public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Baraboo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Baraboo include: Willson Elementary School vs. East Elementary School, East Elementary School vs. Willson Elementary School, Willson Elementary School vs. Al Behrman Elementary School
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