Cudahy Middle School

5530 S Barland Ave
Cudahy, WI 53110
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 247 students in grades 7-8, Cudahy 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 22% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50% in WI
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : Cudahy Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Cudahy school district, encompassing approximately 4.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Cudahy Middle School's student population of 247 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar

School Rankings

Cudahy 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 Cudahy Middle School is 0.63, 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.
This School
State Level (WI)
#1692 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

18%
40%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

22%
38%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
2%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
30%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Black
8%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

White
52%
66%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
7%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
48%
0.63

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
42.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
36%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
5%

Showing 2010–2020. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cudahy Middle School's ranking?
Cudahy Middle School is ranked #1692 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 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Cudahy Middle School?
247 students attend Cudahy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cudahy Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cudahy Middle School?
Cudahy Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cudahy Middle School offer ?
Cudahy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cudahy Middle School part of?
Cudahy Middle School is part of Cudahy School District.

School Reviews

4   10/10/2025
I think this school is better than the test scores that are posted. Most of the students are nice, respectful kids who want to learn and the teachers seem like kind and dedicated professionals who work hard for those kids.
- Posted by Parent - Randy S.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : Cudahy Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Cudahy school district, encompassing approximately 4.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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