Serving 326 students in grades 4-8, Alexander 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 23% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander Middle School's student population of 326 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering all students to succeed!
School Rankings
Alexander Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1610 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
77%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Middle School's ranking?
Alexander Middle School is ranked #1610 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Alexander Middle School often compared to?
Alexander Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Wisconsin Stem Academy, Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School, John Edwards Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Alexander Middle School?
326 students attend Alexander Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Alexander Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexander Middle School?
Alexander Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alexander Middle School offer ?
Alexander Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alexander Middle School part of?
Alexander Middle School is part of Nekoosa School District.
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