Serving 352 students in grades 6-8, Washington 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 8% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 352 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Washington Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1837 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
42%
14%
Black
24%
9%
White
25%
67%
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
74%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #1837 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Washington Middle School often compared to?
Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lance Middle School, Mahone Middle School, Bullen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
352 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Washington Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Kenosha School District.
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