Serving 204 students in grades 6-8, Colby 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 18% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 45% 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: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Colby Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Colby, WI school district, encompassing approximately 165 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-15 minutes to school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 9.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colby Middle School's student population of 204 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colby 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 Colby Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1747 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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
50%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colby Middle School's ranking?
Colby Middle School is ranked #1747 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Colby Middle School?
204 students attend Colby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Colby Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colby Middle School?
Colby Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Colby Middle School offer ?
Colby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colby Middle School part of?
Colby Middle School is part of Colby School District.
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