Serving 213 students in grades 6-8, Lancaster Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lancaster Middle School's student population of 213 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lancaster 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 Lancaster Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1083 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
91%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 Lancaster Middle School's ranking?
Lancaster Middle School is ranked #1083 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lancaster Middle School often compared to?
Lancaster Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Platteville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Lancaster Middle School?
213 students attend Lancaster Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lancaster Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lancaster Middle School?
Lancaster Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lancaster Middle School offer ?
Lancaster Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lancaster Middle School part of?
Lancaster Middle School is part of Lancaster Community School District.
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