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Beaver Dam Middle
Middle School · Beaver Dam Unified School District
108 Fourth St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,152 of 2,105
In Beaver Dam
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Beaver Dam Unified School District
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Beaver Dam Middle
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About Beaver Dam Middle
Beaver Dam Middle is a public middle school in Beaver Dam, WI, part of Beaver Dam Unified School District. Beaver Dam Middle serves approximately 641 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Beaver Dam Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,152 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Beaver Dam Middle show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Beaver Dam Middle — Students at Beaver Dam Middle score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.0/10.
How Beaver Dam Middle Compares
See how Beaver Dam Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
108 Fourth St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beaver Dam Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dodgeland Middle (rated 8.2/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Juneau), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Randolph Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Randolph), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beaver Dam, see our Beaver Dam schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| ST STEPHENS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| WAYLAND ACADEMY Beaver Dam | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| BDUSD4Kids Beaver Dam | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Beaver Dam High Beaver Dam | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Prairie View Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies Fox Lake | 8.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fox Lake | 8.1 mi | — |
| Dodgeland High Juneau | 7.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Dodgeland Elementary Juneau | 7.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Dodgeland Middle Juneau | 7.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Juneau | 7.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Randolph Elementary Randolph | 9.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Randolph High Randolph | 9.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Randolph Middle School Randolph | 9.9 mi | 7.5 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Randolph | 10.1 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53916 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,704
Median Home Value
$212,200
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
22,956
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
63.7%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
43.3
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| Elkhorn Area Middle Elkhorn, WI | 6.2 |
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| Patrick Marsh Middle Sun Prairie, WI | 6.2 |
| Riverside Middle Watertown, WI | 6.2 |
| Badger Ridge Middle Verona, WI | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beaver Dam Middle
What grades does Beaver Dam Middle serve?
Beaver Dam Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Beaver Dam Middle?
Beaver Dam Middle has an enrollment of approximately 641 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beaver Dam Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Beaver Dam Middle is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beaver Dam Middle rank in WI?
Beaver Dam Middle ranks #1,152 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Beaver Dam Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Beaver Dam Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Beaver Dam Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beaver Dam Middle has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Beaver Dam Middle a charter school?
No, Beaver Dam Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beaver Dam Middle a Title I school?
No, Beaver Dam Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beaver Dam Middle?
49.1% of students at Beaver Dam 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 641
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Dodge County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (920) 885-7365
Resources & Links
District
Beaver Dam Unified School District- District Enrollment
- 3,061
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,819
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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