Serving 423 students in grades 6-8, Altoona Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altoona Middle School's student population of 423 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Altoona Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altoona Middle School is 0.32, 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
#547 out of 1984 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
82%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altoona Middle School's ranking?
Altoona Middle School is ranked #547 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Altoona Middle School often compared to?
Altoona Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delong Middle School, South Middle School, Northstar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Altoona Middle School?
423 students attend Altoona Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Altoona Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altoona Middle School?
Altoona Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Altoona Middle School offer ?
Altoona Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Altoona Middle School part of?
Altoona Middle School is part of Altoona School District.
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