Serving 417 students in grades 5-8, Platteville Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Platteville Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Platteville, WI school district, encompassing approximately 146.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Platteville Middle School's student population of 417 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Platteville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Platteville Middle School is 0.35, 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
#664 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
80%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hillmen
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platteville Middle School's ranking?
Platteville Middle School is ranked #664 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Platteville Middle School often compared to?
Platteville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lancaster Middle School, Westview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% 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 Platteville Middle School?
417 students attend Platteville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Platteville Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Platteville Middle School?
Platteville Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Platteville Middle School offer ?
Platteville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Platteville Middle School part of?
Platteville Middle School is part of Platteville School District.
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