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Adams-friendship Middle

Middle School · Adams-Friendship Area School District

201 W 6th St, Friendship, WI 53934

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

5.9

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,268 of 2,105

In Friendship

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Adams-Friendship Area School District

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Adams-friendship Middle

5.9/10

Middle School in Friendship · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Adams-friendship Elementary

6.6/10

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4.4/10

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About Adams-friendship Middle

Adams-friendship Middle is a public middle school in Friendship, WI, part of Adams-Friendship Area School District. Adams-friendship Middle serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Adams-friendship Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,268 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Adams-friendship Middle show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below WI schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Adams-friendship Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Adams-friendship Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.7 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,308
Chronic Absenteeism29%

Adams-friendship Middle — Students at Adams-friendship Middle score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 32.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.3% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 36 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
30%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
21%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
24.7%
ELA
24.4%
2025
Math
37.5%
ELA
33.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.

How Adams-friendship Middle Compares

See how Adams-friendship Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in WI
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

Location

201 W 6th St, Friendship, WI 53934

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Adams-friendship Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Necedah Middle (rated 7.9/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Necedah), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Olson Middle (rated 7.3/10, 18.0 miles away, in nearby Mauston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Friendship, see our Friendship schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Adams-Friendship Elementary Friendship 0.3 mi 6.6
Adams-Friendship High Adams 0.8 mi 4.4
QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Necedah 12.3 mi
Necedah Elementary Necedah 13.0 mi 7.1
Necedah High Necedah 13.0 mi 4.4
Necedah Middle Necedah 13.0 mi 7.9
N-Vision Learning Center Necedah 13.0 mi 5.2
N-Gage Academy Necedah 13.0 mi 6.2
Lyndon Station Elementary Lyndon Station 18.1 mi 7.7
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Mauston 17.2 mi 6.7
Oxford Elementary Oxford 17.6 mi 6.3
Coloma Elementary Coloma 15.7 mi 8.1
Olson Middle Mauston 18.0 mi 7.3
West Side Elementary Mauston 18.0 mi 7.7
Mauston Montessori Charter School Mauston 18.0 mi 7.5
Grayside Elementary Mauston 18.1 mi 7.0
Lemonweir Academy Mauston 18.1 mi
Mauston High Mauston 18.2 mi 5.1
iLEAD Charter Sch Mauston 18.2 mi 5.5
Wisconsin Dells High Wisconsin Dells 22.5 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53934 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,563

Median Home Value

$166,700

Median Rent

$832/mo

Population

4,404

College Educated

12.7%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

57.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Adams-friendship Middle

What grades does Adams-friendship Middle serve?

Adams-friendship Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Adams-friendship Middle?

Adams-friendship Middle has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Adams-friendship Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Adams-friendship Middle is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Adams-friendship Middle rank in WI?

Adams-friendship Middle ranks #1,268 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Adams-friendship Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Adams-friendship Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Adams-friendship Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Adams-friendship Middle has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Adams-friendship Middle a charter school?

No, Adams-friendship Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Adams-friendship Middle a Title I school?

No, Adams-friendship Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adams-friendship Middle?

65.6% of students at Adams-friendship Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Adams County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

District

Adams-Friendship Area School District
District Enrollment
1,286
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,308
District Rank
#2 of 3

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