Serving 228 students in grades 6-8, Walker 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 41% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Walker Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Sturgeon Bay school district, encompassing approximately 9.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walker Middle School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walker 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 Walker 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
#593 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)15.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Walker Middle School's ranking?
Walker Middle School is ranked #593 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Walker Middle School often compared to?
Walker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Door Middle School, Sevastopol Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Walker Middle School?
228 students attend Walker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Walker Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker Middle School?
Walker Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walker Middle School offer ?
Walker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walker Middle School part of?
Walker Middle School is part of Sturgeon Bay School District.
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