| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Shore School District | Cornucopia | 9/10 Excellent · 88th pct | 198 | 2 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Maple School District | Iron River | 8/10 Good · 71st pct | 1,295 | 4 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Drummond Area School District | Cable | 7/10 Good · 62nd pct | 338 | 3 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Washburn School District | Washburn | 7/10 Good · 62nd pct | 599 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Bayfield School District | Bayfield | 1/10 Poor · 1st pct | 426 | 4 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Bayfield County compares
Together they enroll 2,856 students across 16 schools. The largest is Maple School District with 1,295 students. Districts here average 6.4/10, above the Wisconsin average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 1/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Bayfield County, Wisconsin
Bayfield County has 5 public school districts covering 10 zip codes. The top-rated district in Bayfield County is South Shore School District (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (Forward Exam 2024–25), ranked against all districts in Wisconsin. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Bayfield County, WI?
5 school districts serve zip codes in Bayfield County, WI. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Bayfield County, WI?
Of the districts serving Bayfield County, South Shore School District has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 88th percentile among Wisconsin school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Wisconsin reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Wisconsin and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Wisconsin only, never across state lines.