Serving 547 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 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Les Paul Middle serves the southwest part of Waukesha, WI, covering an area of approximately 24.6 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Les Paul Middle School's student population of 547 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Les Paul 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 Les Paul Middle School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1073 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
26%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
63%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Les Paul Middle School's ranking?
Les Paul Middle School is ranked #1073 out of 1,962 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
547 students attend Les Paul Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Les Paul Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Les Paul Middle School?
Les Paul Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than 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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