Serving 276 students in grades 6-8, Berlin 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 39% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berlin Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Berlin school district, covering approximately 206.2 square miles in Berlin, WI. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berlin Middle School's student population of 276 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
276 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berlin 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 Berlin Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1306 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berlin Middle School's ranking?
Berlin Middle School is ranked #1306 out of 1,962 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Berlin Middle School?
276 students attend Berlin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Berlin Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berlin Middle School?
Berlin Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Berlin Middle School offer ?
Berlin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berlin Middle School part of?
Berlin Middle School is part of Berlin Area School District.
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