Serving 594 students in grades 6-8, Les Paul 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 29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Les Paul Middle School's student population of 594 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Les Paul Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Les Paul Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1158 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
6%
9%
White
66%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Les Paul Middle School's ranking?
Les Paul Middle School is ranked #1158 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Les Paul Middle School often compared to?
Les Paul Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horning Middle School, Butler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Les Paul Middle School?
594 students attend Les Paul Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Les Paul Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Les Paul Middle School?
Les Paul Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Les Paul Middle School offer ?
Les Paul Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Les Paul Middle School part of?
Les Paul Middle School is part of Waukesha School District.
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