Serving 69 students in grades 6-8, Catalyst Charter Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catalyst Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Catalyst Charter Middle School's student population of 69 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Catalyst Charter Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catalyst Charter Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 1984 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
3%
9%
White
81%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catalyst Charter Middle School's ranking?
Catalyst Charter Middle School is ranked #239 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Catalyst Charter Middle School often compared to?
Catalyst Charter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Wisconsin Stem Academy, Bayshore Community Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Catalyst Charter Middle School?
69 students attend Catalyst Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Catalyst Charter Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catalyst Charter Middle School?
Catalyst Charter Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Catalyst Charter Middle School offer ?
Catalyst Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Catalyst Charter Middle School part of?
Catalyst Charter Middle School is part of Ripon Area School District.
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