Serving 47 students in grades 6-8, La Farge 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Farge Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in La Farge, WI, covering approximately 69.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 4.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Farge Middle School's student population of 47 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
47 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
La Farge 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 La Farge 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
#1694 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
4%
9%
White
87%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
4%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 23-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 La Farge Middle School's ranking?
La Farge Middle School is ranked #1694 out of 1,962 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend La Farge Middle School?
47 students attend La Farge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of La Farge Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Farge Middle School?
La Farge Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Farge Middle School offer ?
La Farge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is La Farge Middle School part of?
La Farge Middle School is part of La Farge School District.
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