Serving 53 students in grades 6-8, Wauzeka 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wauzeka Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wauzeka school district, covering approximately 95.5 square miles in Wauzeka, WI. The typical drive to the school from any point within the zone takes about 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wauzeka Middle School's student population of 53 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
53 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wauzeka 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 Wauzeka Middle School is 0.04, 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
#1358 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 Wauzeka Middle School's ranking?
Wauzeka Middle School is ranked #1358 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Wauzeka Middle School?
53 students attend Wauzeka Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Wauzeka Middle School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wauzeka Middle School?
Wauzeka Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wauzeka Middle School offer ?
Wauzeka Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wauzeka Middle School part of?
Wauzeka Middle School is part of Wauzeka-Steuben School District.
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