Serving 205 students in grades 6-8, Southern Door Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Southern Door Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 333.7 square miles in Brussels, WI, with typical drive times of 15 to 20 minutes and an average distance of 9 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 15.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Door Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southern Door Middle School's student population of 205 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
Campus Size
129 acres
School Rankings
Southern Door 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 Southern Door Middle School is 0.20, 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
#619 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Door Middle School's ranking?
Southern Door Middle School is ranked #619 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Southern Door Middle School often compared to?
Southern Door Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sevastopol Middle School, Walker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Southern Door Middle School?
205 students attend Southern Door Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Southern Door Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Door Middle School?
Southern Door Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southern Door Middle School offer ?
Southern Door Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southern Door Middle School part of?
Southern Door Middle School is part of Southern Door County School District.
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