Serving 112 students in grades 6-8, Manawa 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 18% 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: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manawa Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 110.9 square miles in Manawa, WI. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 8.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manawa Middle School's student population of 112 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
112 students
Showing 2006–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2006–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Manawa 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 Manawa Middle School is 0.32, 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
#1751 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2006–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
White
82%
66%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2006–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manawa Middle School's ranking?
Manawa Middle School is ranked #1751 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Manawa Middle School?
112 students attend Manawa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Manawa Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manawa Middle School?
Manawa Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manawa Middle School offer ?
Manawa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manawa Middle School part of?
Manawa Middle School is part of Manawa School District.
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