Serving 797 students in grades 6-8, South 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 43% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Middle serves the southeastern part of Eau Claire, WI, covering an area of approximately 75.5 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Middle School's student population of 797 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
797 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South 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 South Middle School is 0.46, 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
#861 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 South Middle School's ranking?
South Middle School is ranked #861 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are South Middle School often compared to?
South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delong Middle School, Northstar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend South Middle School?
797 students attend South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of South Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Middle School?
South Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Middle School offer ?
South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Middle School part of?
South Middle School is part of Eau Claire Area School District.
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