Serving 656 students in grades 5-8, Prairie River 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 32% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Prairie River Middle School's student population of 656 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prairie River Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie River Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1179 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
9%
White
90%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie River Middle School's ranking?
Prairie River Middle School is ranked #1179 out of 1,984 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Prairie River Middle School?
656 students attend Prairie River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Prairie River Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie River Middle School?
Prairie River Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie River Middle School offer ?
Prairie River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie River Middle School part of?
Prairie River Middle School is part of Merrill Area School District.
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