Serving 339 students in grades 6-8, Bessie Allen 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 22% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bessie Allen Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fond Du Lac school district, covering approximately 28.3 square miles. The area is located in Fond Du Lac, WI, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-12 minutes and an average distance of 3.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 5.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bessie Allen Middle School's student population of 339 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
339 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bessie Allen 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 Bessie Allen Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1637 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
27%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
65%
66%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bessie Allen Middle School's ranking?
Bessie Allen Middle School is ranked #1637 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Bessie Allen Middle School?
339 students attend Bessie Allen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bessie Allen Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bessie Allen Middle School?
Bessie Allen Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bessie Allen Middle School offer ?
Bessie Allen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bessie Allen Middle School part of?
Bessie Allen Middle School is part of North Fond Du Lac School District.
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