Serving 445 students in grades 6-8, Sabish Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 42% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sabish Middle serves the northern part of Fond Du Lac, WI, covering an area of approximately 50.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 5.1 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 9.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sabish Middle School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Sabish 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 Sabish Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1313 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
12%
9%
White
47%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sabish Middle School's ranking?
Sabish Middle School is ranked #1313 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Sabish Middle School often compared to?
Sabish Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Theisen Middle School, Madison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Sabish Middle School?
445 students attend Sabish Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sabish Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sabish Middle School?
Sabish Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sabish Middle School offer ?
Sabish Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sabish Middle School part of?
Sabish Middle School is part of Fond Du Lac School District.
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