Serving 90 students in grades 5-8, Prentice 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Prentice Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Prentice, WI, encompassing approximately 419.3 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 21.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prentice Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prentice Middle School's student population of 90 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
90 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prentice 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 Prentice Middle School is 0.22, 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
#913 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prentice Middle School's ranking?
Prentice Middle School is ranked #913 out of 1,962 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Prentice Middle School?
90 students attend Prentice Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Prentice Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prentice Middle School?
Prentice Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prentice Middle School offer ?
Prentice Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prentice Middle School part of?
Prentice Middle School is part of Prentice School District.
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