Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School

1921 27th Ave S
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 951 students in grades 6-8, Wisconsin Rapids Area 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 16% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 951 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Bottom 50% in WI
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School's student population of 951 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
951 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
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School Rankings

Wisconsin Rapids Area 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 Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School is 0.34, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (WI)
#1624 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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16%
38%
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27%
39%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
5%
4%
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Hispanic
7%
13%
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Black
2%
9%
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White
81%
68%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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0.34
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School's ranking?
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School is ranked #1624 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School often compared to?
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School?
951 students attend Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School?
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School offer ?
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School part of?
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School is part of Wisconsin Rapids School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 951 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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