Serving 560 students in grades 6-8, Horning 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 22% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horning Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Horning Middle School's student population of 560 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Black, Yellow
School Rankings
Horning Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horning Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1653 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
37%
14%
Black
10%
9%
White
44%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horning Middle School's ranking?
Horning Middle School is ranked #1653 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Horning Middle School often compared to?
Horning Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Les Paul Middle School, Butler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Horning Middle School?
560 students attend Horning Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Horning Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horning Middle School?
Horning Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horning Middle School offer ?
Horning Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horning Middle School part of?
Horning Middle School is part of Waukesha School District.
In what neighborhood is Horning Middle School located?
Horning Middle School is located in the Greenway Terrace neighborhood of Waukesha, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Greenway Terrace.
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