Serving 89 students in grades 6-8, John Edwards 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: John Edwards Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Port Edwards, WI, covering approximately 62.4 square miles. The area typically sees a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the zone edge and a furthest reach of 11.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Edwards Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John Edwards Middle School's student population of 89 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
89 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
John Edwards 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 John Edwards Middle School is 0.24, 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
#1462 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
87%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Edwards Middle School's ranking?
John Edwards Middle School is ranked #1462 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are John Edwards Middle School often compared to?
John Edwards Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend John Edwards Middle School?
89 students attend John Edwards Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of John Edwards Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Edwards Middle School?
John Edwards Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Edwards Middle School offer ?
John Edwards Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Edwards Middle School part of?
John Edwards Middle School is part of Port Edwards School District.
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