Serving 282 students in grades 6-8, Northwestern Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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Northwestern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
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Northwestern Middle School's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Northwestern 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 Northwestern Middle School is 0.19, which is less 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
#622 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Northwestern Middle School's ranking?
Northwestern Middle School is ranked #622 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Middle School?
282 students attend Northwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Northwestern Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Middle School?
Northwestern Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwestern Middle School offer ?
Northwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwestern Middle School part of?
Northwestern Middle School is part of Maple School District.
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