Serving 436 students in grades 6-8, Shawano Community 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 23% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 47% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shawano Community Middle serves the entire district of Shawano, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 166.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shawano Community Middle School's student population of 436 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Shawano Community 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 Shawano Community Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1529 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
22%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
53%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Shawano Community Middle School's ranking?
Shawano Community Middle School is ranked #1529 out of 1,962 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Shawano Community Middle School?
436 students attend Shawano Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Shawano Community Middle School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shawano Community Middle School?
Shawano Community Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shawano Community Middle School offer ?
Shawano Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shawano Community Middle School part of?
Shawano Community Middle School is part of Shawano School District.
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