Serving 586 students in grades 6-8, Nettie E Karcher School ranks in the top 50% 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 35% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nettie E Karcher School's student population of 586 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nettie E Karcher School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nettie E Karcher School is 0.35, 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
#722 out of 1984 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
79%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Nettie E Karcher School's ranking?
Nettie E Karcher School is ranked #722 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Nettie E Karcher School?
586 students attend Nettie E Karcher School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Nettie E Karcher School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nettie E Karcher School?
Nettie E Karcher School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nettie E Karcher School offer ?
Nettie E Karcher School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nettie E Karcher School part of?
Nettie E Karcher School is part of Burlington Area School District.
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