Serving 246 students in grades 6-8, Spring Harbor Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Harbor Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Spring Harbor Middle School's student population of 246 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Harbor Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Harbor Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#412 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
9%
9%
White
56%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Harbor Middle School's ranking?
Spring Harbor Middle School is ranked #412 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Spring Harbor Middle School often compared to?
Spring Harbor Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Spring Harbor Middle School?
246 students attend Spring Harbor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Spring Harbor Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Harbor Middle School?
Spring Harbor Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring Harbor Middle School offer ?
Spring Harbor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Harbor Middle School part of?
Spring Harbor Middle School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Spring Harbor Middle School located?
Spring Harbor Middle School is located in the Spring Harbor neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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