Serving 271 students in grades 5-8, Poynette Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Poynette Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Poynette school district, covering approximately 96 square miles around the city of Poynette, WI. Families within this area typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poynette Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Poynette Middle School's student population of 271 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Poynette Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poynette Middle School is 0.19, 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
#513 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 1991–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Puma's
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poynette Middle School's ranking?
Poynette Middle School is ranked #513 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Poynette Middle School often compared to?
Poynette Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayne Bartels Middle School, Bridges Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Poynette Middle School?
271 students attend Poynette Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Poynette Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poynette Middle School?
Poynette Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Poynette Middle School offer ?
Poynette Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Poynette Middle School part of?
Poynette Middle School is part of Poynette School District.
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