Serving 924 students in grades 5-8, Glacier Creek Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 924 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Glacier Creek Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cross Plains, WI, covering approximately 69.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glacier Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glacier Creek Middle School's student population of 924 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
924 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glacier Creek Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glacier Creek Middle School is 0.50, 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
#252 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
The Saber Way
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glacier Creek Middle School's ranking?
Glacier Creek Middle School is ranked #252 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Glacier Creek Middle School often compared to?
Glacier Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kromrey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Glacier Creek Middle School?
924 students attend Glacier Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Glacier Creek Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glacier Creek Middle School?
Glacier Creek Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glacier Creek Middle School offer ?
Glacier Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glacier Creek Middle School part of?
Glacier Creek Middle School is part of Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Good school, and very fun to learn at.
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