Serving 80 students in grades 7-8, Washburn 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washburn Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Washburn, WI, encompassing approximately 197.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washburn Middle School's student population of 80 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
80 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Washburn 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 Washburn Middle School is 0.41, 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
#995 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
15%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Castle Guards
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washburn Middle School's ranking?
Washburn Middle School is ranked #995 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Washburn Middle School?
80 students attend Washburn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Washburn Middle School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washburn Middle School?
Washburn Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washburn Middle School offer ?
Washburn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washburn Middle School part of?
Washburn Middle School is part of Washburn School District.
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