Serving 73 students in grades 6-8, Prairie Farm 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Farm Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 89.1 square miles in Prairie Farm, WI. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Farm Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Farm Middle School's student population of 73 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
73 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to partner with families and the community to provide educational experiences which foster academic excellence, lifelong learning, and citizenship.
School Rankings
Prairie Farm 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 Prairie Farm Middle School is 0.06, 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
#1179 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Farm Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Farm Middle School is ranked #1179 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Prairie Farm Middle School often compared to?
Prairie Farm Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turtle Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Prairie Farm Middle School?
73 students attend Prairie Farm Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Prairie Farm Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Farm Middle School?
Prairie Farm Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Farm Middle School offer ?
Prairie Farm Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairie Farm Middle School part of?
Prairie Farm Middle School is part of Prairie Farm Public School District.
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