Serving 612 students in grades 6-8, Whitefish Bay 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 67% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitefish Bay Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Milwaukee, WI, encompassing approximately 2.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point lying 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitefish Bay 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
Whitefish Bay Middle School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitefish Bay 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 Whitefish Bay 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
#73 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
76%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitefish Bay Middle School's ranking?
Whitefish Bay Middle School is ranked #73 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Whitefish Bay Middle School often compared to?
Whitefish Bay Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Whitefish Bay Middle School?
612 students attend Whitefish Bay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Whitefish Bay Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitefish Bay Middle School?
Whitefish Bay Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Whitefish Bay Middle School offer ?
Whitefish Bay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitefish Bay Middle School part of?
Whitefish Bay Middle School is part of Whitefish Bay School District.
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