Serving 256 students in grades 5-8, Howards Grove Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Howards Grove Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sheboygan, WI, covering approximately 52 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howards Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Howards Grove Middle School's student population of 256 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Howards Grove 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 Howards Grove Middle School is 0.19, 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
#349 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howards Grove Middle School's ranking?
Howards Grove Middle School is ranked #349 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Howards Grove Middle School?
256 students attend Howards Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Howards Grove Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howards Grove Middle School?
Howards Grove Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Howards Grove Middle School offer ?
Howards Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Howards Grove Middle School part of?
Howards Grove Middle School is part of Howards Grove School District.
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