Serving 999 students in grades 6-8, Chippewa Falls Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 999 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chippewa Falls Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Chippewa Falls school district, covering approximately 227.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chippewa Falls Middle School's student population of 999 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
999 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Chippewa Falls 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 Chippewa Falls Middle School is 0.22, 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
#1130 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)18.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Chippewa Falls Middle School's ranking?
Chippewa Falls Middle School is ranked #1130 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Chippewa Falls Middle School often compared to?
Chippewa Falls Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Chippewa Falls Middle School?
999 students attend Chippewa Falls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Chippewa Falls Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chippewa Falls Middle School?
Chippewa Falls Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chippewa Falls Middle School offer ?
Chippewa Falls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chippewa Falls Middle School part of?
Chippewa Falls Middle School is part of Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I do not recommend this middle school. As a concerned parent regarding an issue that occurred 12-21-18 right before the students were released for Christmas break, it came to my attention that 2 students were engaging in sexual acts in class during a lockdown. When I brought it to the attention of the teacher and principal they brushed it off. This is not okay behavior and should have been properly addressed. This middle school does not care about the students. Teachers are judgemental and really make kids feel like they are nothing. Most have no business teaching. Wish we had more options in this district.
5 10/10/2025
This Middle School was nothing but happy times and a lot of good friends. I would really recommend to anyone in the area.
2 10/10/2025
The CFMS has a nice new addition thanks to the taxpayers, but this school is a full of virtue signaling liberal teachers. The Principal, Mr. Kunsman, signs all his emails to the students with his preferred pronouns and the teachers wear pins stating their preferred pronouns as well. Mr. Kunsman also promotes LQBTQAI+ sexuality during his morning announcements. These are middle school not Highschool students and this whole narrative disunity belong in school period. There is also a lot of critical race theory taught. If you're okay with this then you''ll love the Chippewa Falls public schools as for me my child will be going to private school from now on.
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