- Mountain Bay Elementary — 0.8 mi · Grades K–5 · 451 students
- D C Everest Middle — 0.9 mi · Grades 6–7 · 844 students
- Riverside Elementary — 2.7 mi · Grades K–5 · 487 students
- Weston Elementary — 2.9 mi · Grades PK–5 · 519 students
- D C Everest Idea School — 3.1 mi · Grades 6–12 · 69 students
- Odyssey Elementary — 3.1 mi · Grades K–5 · 64 students
- D C Everest High — 3.7 mi · Grades 10–12 · 1,335 students
- D C Everest 4K Community Partnership — 3.7 mi · Grades PK–PK · 236 students
| Metric | D.C. Everest Area School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 6,000 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 13 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $13,147/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 25% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| D.C. Everest Area School District (this district) | 7/10 | 60th | 6,000 |
| Wittenberg-Birnamwood School District | 4/10 | 32nd | 1,154 |
| Wausau School District | 4/10 | 38th | 7,899 |
| Mosinee School District | 5/10 | 48th | 1,983 |
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Ranked against 426 rated districts in WI → 60th percentile → 7/10.
Source: Wisconsin DPI Forward Exam, grades 3–8 Meeting/Advanced, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About D.C. Everest Area School District
D.C. Everest Area School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 54476 in Schofield, Wisconsin. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 54476. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
With a rating of 7/10 (above average), D.C. Everest Area School District ranks among Wisconsin’s above average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Wisconsin’s Forward Exam grades 3–8 assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Wisconsin is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
D.C. Everest Area School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Wisconsin. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 54476
Children in zip code 54476 are assigned to D.C. Everest Area School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 54476, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact D.C. Everest Area School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Wisconsin districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Schofield
For families considering a purchase in the Schofield area, district assignment matters financially. Because D.C. Everest Area School District serves zip code 54476, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 54476. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Wisconsin, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support D.C. Everest Area School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 54476.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with D.C. Everest Area School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 54476 data.