Serving 786 students in grades 6-8, Butler 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 36% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Butler Middle serves the northwest part of Waukesha, WI, covering an area of approximately 18.9 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butler Middle School's student population of 786 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
786 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Butler 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 Butler Middle School is 0.57, which is more 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
#1135 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
59%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butler Middle School's ranking?
Butler Middle School is ranked #1135 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Butler Middle School often compared to?
Butler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Les Paul Middle School, Horning Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Butler Middle School?
786 students attend Butler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Butler Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butler Middle School?
Butler Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Butler Middle School offer ?
Butler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Butler Middle School part of?
Butler Middle School is part of Waukesha School District.
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