Serving 788 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 34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butler Middle School's student population of 788 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Butler Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butler Middle School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1156 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
26%
13%
Black
5%
9%
White
63%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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 #1156 out of 1,991 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
788 students attend Butler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Butler Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butler Middle School?
Butler Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Butler Middle School offer ?
Butler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Butler Middle School part of?
Butler Middle School is part of Waukesha School District.
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