John Muir Middle School

1400 W Stewart Ave
Wausau, WI 54401
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,011 students in grades 6-8, John Muir 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 34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,011 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Bottom 50% in WI
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

John Muir Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

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School Overview

John Muir Middle School's student population of 1,011 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,011 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
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School Rankings

John Muir Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Muir Middle School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (WI)
#999 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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34%
38%
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39%
39%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
24%
4%
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Hispanic
6%
13%
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Black
2%
9%
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White
62%
68%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.56
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is John Muir Middle School's ranking?
John Muir Middle School is ranked #999 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend John Muir Middle School?
1,011 students attend John Muir Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of John Muir Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Muir Middle School?
John Muir Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Muir Middle School offer ?
John Muir Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John Muir Middle School part of?
John Muir Middle School is part of Wausau School District.

School Reviews

5   2/16/2023
A great school, with fun teachers, and fun rewards, and you even get to pick what classes you want for next year!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Miguel

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,011 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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