Serving 578 students in grades 6-8, Sennett 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% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sennett Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sennett Middle School's student population of 578 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Sennett Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sennett Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1679 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
40%
14%
Black
16%
9%
White
27%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sennett Middle School's ranking?
Sennett Middle School is ranked #1679 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Sennett Middle School often compared to?
Sennett Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacial Drumlin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Sennett Middle School?
578 students attend Sennett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Sennett Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sennett Middle School?
Sennett Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sennett Middle School offer ?
Sennett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sennett Middle School part of?
Sennett Middle School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
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