Serving 766 students in grades 7-8, Templeton Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Templeton Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Sussex, WI school district, encompassing an area of approximately 37.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Templeton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Templeton Middle School's student population of 766 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
766 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Motto
Each Child. Every Opportunity for Success.
School Rankings
Templeton Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Templeton Middle School is 0.42, 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
#98 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
75%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Templeton Middle School's ranking?
Templeton Middle School is ranked #98 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Templeton Middle School often compared to?
Templeton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate, Pilgrim Park Middle School, Muskego Lakes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Templeton Middle School?
766 students attend Templeton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Templeton Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Templeton Middle School?
Templeton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Templeton Middle School offer ?
Templeton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Templeton Middle School part of?
Templeton Middle School is part of Hamilton School District.
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