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Badger Ridge Middle

Middle School · Verona Area School District

300 Richard Street, Verona, WI 53593

Enrollment

752

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,141 of 2,105

In Verona

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#9 of 11

Verona Area School District

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Badger Ridge Middle

6.3/10

Middle School in Verona · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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About Badger Ridge Middle

Badger Ridge Middle is a public middle school in Verona, WI, part of Verona Area School District. Badger Ridge Middle serves approximately 752 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Badger Ridge Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,141 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Badger Ridge Middle show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,445
Chronic Absenteeism19%

Badger Ridge Middle — Students at Badger Ridge Middle score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 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
83%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
25.5%
ELA
36.4%
2025
Math
55.8%
ELA
59.3%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Badger Ridge Middle Compares

See how Badger Ridge Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
46th percentile in WI
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

Location

300 Richard Street, Verona, WI 53593

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Badger Ridge Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Verona Area International School (rated 8.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HICKORY HILL ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Olson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Verona, see our Verona schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Core Knowledge Charter School Verona 0.0 mi 7.3
New Century School Verona 0.1 mi 7.9
Verona Area International School Verona 0.1 mi 8.6
Early Childhood Verona 0.2 mi
Sugar Creek Elementary Verona 0.3 mi 8.3
Country View Elementary Verona 0.7 mi 7.3
Verona Area K4 Verona 0.7 mi 3.8
Verona Area High Verona 1.2 mi 5.5
Glacier Edge Elementary Verona 1.6 mi 7.8
Cesar Chavez Elementary Madison 2.1 mi 6.5
KING'S KIDS ACADEMY Madison 2.7 mi
CAPITOLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison 2.2 mi
HICKORY HILL ACADEMY Madison 2.8 mi 8.6
Olson Elementary Verona 3.3 mi 8.5
Huegel Elementary Madison 3.2 mi 7.9
ST AMBROSE ACADEMY Madison 4.3 mi 6.8
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School Madison 3.9 mi 7.5
MADINAH ACADEMY OF MADISON Madison 4.3 mi 8.5
Orchard Ridge Elementary Madison 4.1 mi 7.5
Toki Middle Madison 4.1 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53593 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,699

Median Home Value

$464,700

Median Rent

$1,530/mo

Population

29,479

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Badger Ridge Middle

What grades does Badger Ridge Middle serve?

Badger Ridge Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Badger Ridge Middle?

Badger Ridge Middle has an enrollment of approximately 752 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Badger Ridge Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Badger Ridge Middle is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Badger Ridge Middle rank in WI?

Badger Ridge Middle ranks #1,141 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Badger Ridge Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Badger Ridge Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Badger Ridge Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Badger Ridge Middle has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Badger Ridge Middle a charter school?

No, Badger Ridge Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Badger Ridge Middle a Title I school?

No, Badger Ridge Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Badger Ridge Middle?

26.9% of students at Badger Ridge 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
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
752
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

District

Verona Area School District
District Enrollment
5,794
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,445
District Rank
#9 of 11

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