Serving 499 students in grades 6-8, Washington Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 499 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1732 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
21%
13%
Black
5%
9%
White
52%
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
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #1732 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
499 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Washington Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Manitowoc School District.
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