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#316 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 15% in state

Bluff View Middle

Middle School · Prairie du Chien Area School District

1901 E Wells St, Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821

Enrollment

206

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#316 of 2,105

In Prairie Du Chien

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Prairie du Chien Area School District

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Bluff View Middle

8.3/10

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

Bluff View Elementary

9.6/10

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6.6/10

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About Bluff View Middle

Bluff View Middle is a public middle school in Prairie Du Chien, WI, part of Prairie du Chien Area School District. Bluff View Middle serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bluff View Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #316 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Bluff View Middle show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above WI schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.4 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,211
Chronic Absenteeism1.5%

Bluff View Middle — Students at Bluff View Middle score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
52.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 32 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
44.5%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
56.8%
ELA
52.4%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Bluff View Middle Compares

See how Bluff View Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
85th percentile in WI
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
1.5%

Location

1901 E Wells St, Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bluff View Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MFL MarMac Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Mcgregor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is River Ridge Middle (rated 8.8/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Patch Grove), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wauzeka Middle (rated 8.2/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Wauzeka), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Prairie Du Chien, see our Prairie Du Chien schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Bluff View Elementary Prairie Du Chien 0.0 mi 9.6
Prairie du Chien High Prairie Du Chien 0.5 mi 6.6
Mighty River Academy of Virtual Education Prairie Du Chien 0.5 mi 5.0
NEW FRONTIER DAY SCHOOL Prairie Du Chien 0.6 mi
Prairie du Chien Correctional Inst Prairie Du Chien 1.0 mi
BA Kennedy School Prairie Du Chien 1.0 mi 7.8
PRAIRIE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Prairie Du Chien 1.7 mi 6.1
PRAIRIE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Prairie Du Chier 1.5 mi 6.6
MFL MarMac Middle School Mcgregor 3.4 mi 8.9
McGregor Intermediate School Mcgregor 3.4 mi 5.9
River Ridge Elementary Patch Grove 9.8 mi 8.2
River Ridge Middle Patch Grove 9.8 mi 8.8
River Ridge High Patch Grove 9.8 mi 5.5
Clayton Ridge Elementary School Garnavillo 13.4 mi 8.4
Wauzeka Elementary Wauzeka 12.6 mi 9.5
Wauzeka High Wauzeka 12.6 mi 5.2
Wauzeka Middle Wauzeka 12.6 mi 8.2
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Bloomington 14.7 mi
Clayton Ridge Middle School Guttenberg 17.8 mi 6.8
Clayton Ridge High School Guttenberg 17.8 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,476

Median Home Value

$162,500

Median Rent

$842/mo

Population

7,711

College Educated

17.8%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

16 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

47.5

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Coleman Middle Coleman, WI 8.4
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Dodgeland Middle Juneau, WI 8.2
Southern Door Middle Brussels, WI 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bluff View Middle

What grades does Bluff View Middle serve?

Bluff View Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Bluff View Middle?

Bluff View Middle has an enrollment of approximately 206 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bluff View Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Bluff View Middle is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bluff View Middle rank in WI?

Bluff View Middle ranks #316 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Bluff View Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Bluff View Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Bluff View Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bluff View Middle has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is Bluff View Middle a charter school?

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

Is Bluff View Middle a Title I school?

No, Bluff View Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bluff View Middle?

48.5% of students at Bluff View 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Crawford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
1.5%

District

Prairie du Chien Area School District
District Enrollment
971
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,211
District Rank
#2 of 5

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