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#421 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 20% in state

De Pere Middle

Middle School · De Pere School District

700 Swan Rd, De Pere, WI 54115

Enrollment

678

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

8.0

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#421 of 2,105

In De Pere

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

De Pere School District

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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De Pere Middle

8.0/10

Middle School in De Pere · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

De Pere High

5.4/10

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7.7/10

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About De Pere Middle

De Pere Middle is a public middle school in De Pere, WI, part of De Pere School District. De Pere Middle serves approximately 678 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. De Pere Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #421 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for De Pere Middle show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+27 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.4 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+21.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism9.3%

De Pere Middle — Students at De Pere Middle score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.5% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
49.4%
ELA
48%
2025
Math
81.7%
ELA
77.3%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How De Pere Middle Compares

See how De Pere Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
80th percentile in WI
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

700 Swan Rd, De Pere, WI 54115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering De Pere Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Foxview Intermediate (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is West De Pere Intermediate School (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, West De Pere Middle (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in De Pere, see our De Pere schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
De Pere High De Pere 0.3 mi 5.4
Heritage Elementary De Pere 0.6 mi 7.7
Dickinson Elementary De Pere 0.8 mi 8.0
Doty Elementary Green Bay 1.2 mi 4.7
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF DE PERE De Pere 1.2 mi 6.7
Foxview Intermediate De Pere 1.1 mi 8.2
FATHER ALLOUEZ CATHOLIC SCHOOL Green Bay 1.6 mi 7.4
Langlade Elementary Green Bay 2.0 mi 6.1
Green Bay Correctional Institution Green Bay 2.3 mi
Phantom Knight School of Opportunity De Pere 1.7 mi
Susie C Altmayer Elementary De Pere 2.2 mi 8.8
GREEN BAY MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S WORLD De Pere 2.1 mi
West De Pere High De Pere 2.0 mi 5.9
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI De Pere 2.2 mi 7.5
Cormier School and Early Learning Center Green Bay 3.3 mi 4.6
Webster Elementary Green Bay 3.3 mi 8.4
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL De Pere 2.4 mi 8.6
Westwood Elementary De Pere 2.6 mi 7.5
West De Pere Intermediate School De Pere 2.6 mi 7.9
West De Pere Middle De Pere 2.7 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,023

Median Home Value

$307,800

Median Rent

$1,071/mo

Population

49,663

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

36.8

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John Long Middle Grafton, WI 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about De Pere Middle

What grades does De Pere Middle serve?

De Pere Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend De Pere Middle?

De Pere Middle has an enrollment of approximately 678 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at De Pere Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at De Pere Middle is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does De Pere Middle rank in WI?

De Pere Middle ranks #421 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is De Pere Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

De Pere Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 De Pere Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, De Pere Middle has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is De Pere Middle a charter school?

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

Is De Pere Middle a Title I school?

No, De Pere Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for De Pere Middle?

23.0% of students at De Pere 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

District

De Pere School District
District Enrollment
4,526
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,121
District Rank
#3 of 6

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