Serving 325 students in grades 6-8, Ellsworth Middle School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ellsworth Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ellsworth school district, covering approximately 229.1 square miles. The zone is located in Ellsworth, WI, with a typical drive to the school taking around 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 9.8 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 17.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ellsworth Middle School's student population of 325 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ellsworth Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellsworth 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
#934 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Ellsworth Middle School's ranking?
Ellsworth Middle School is ranked #934 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Ellsworth Middle School?
325 students attend Ellsworth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ellsworth Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellsworth Middle School?
Ellsworth Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ellsworth Middle School offer ?
Ellsworth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellsworth Middle School part of?
Ellsworth Middle School is part of Ellsworth Community School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Awesome school! Good teachers, extra curricular activities, amazing students. Definitely recommend it!!
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