Serving 300 students in grades 5-8, Oconto Middle School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oconto Middle School's student population of 300 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Oconto Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oconto Middle School is 0.17, 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
#951 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Oconto Middle School's ranking?
Oconto Middle School is ranked #951 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Oconto Middle School?
300 students attend Oconto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Oconto Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oconto Middle School?
Oconto Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oconto Middle School offer ?
Oconto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oconto Middle School part of?
Oconto Middle School is part of Oconto Unified School District.
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