Serving 610 students in grades 6-8, South Milwaukee 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 21% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Milwaukee Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire South Milwaukee school district, covering approximately 4.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Milwaukee Middle School's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
South Milwaukee 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 South Milwaukee Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1708 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
31%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
54%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Milwaukee Middle School's ranking?
South Milwaukee Middle School is ranked #1708 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend South Milwaukee Middle School?
610 students attend South Milwaukee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of South Milwaukee Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Milwaukee Middle School?
South Milwaukee Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Milwaukee Middle School offer ?
South Milwaukee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Milwaukee Middle School part of?
South Milwaukee Middle School is part of South Milwaukee School District.
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