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Elkhorn Area Middle

Middle School · Elkhorn Area School District

627 Court St, Elkhorn, WI 53121

Enrollment

676

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,158 of 2,105

In Elkhorn

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Elkhorn Area School District

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Elkhorn Area Middle

6.2/10

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

Elkhorn Area High

6.1/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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7.9/10

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About Elkhorn Area Middle

Elkhorn Area Middle is a public middle school in Elkhorn, WI, part of Elkhorn Area School District. Elkhorn Area Middle serves approximately 676 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Elkhorn Area Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,158 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Elkhorn Area Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below WI schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment6.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,131
Chronic Absenteeism3.6%

Elkhorn Area Middle — Students at Elkhorn Area Middle score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 51.3% (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
88%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
33.7%
ELA
35.4%
2025
Math
52.4%
ELA
57.4%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Elkhorn Area Middle Compares

See how Elkhorn Area Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
45th percentile in WI
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.6%

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

627 Court St, Elkhorn, WI 53121

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elkhorn Area Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tibbets Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central - Denison Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Geneva), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Reek Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Geneva), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elkhorn, see our Elkhorn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Elkhorn Area High Elkhorn 0.6 mi 6.1
Jackson Elementary Elkhorn 0.7 mi 7.9
Career and College Academy Elkhorn 1.0 mi 6.2
Elkhorn Options Virtual School Elkhorn 1.1 mi 4.7
West Side Elementary Elkhorn 1.2 mi 7.9
Tibbets Elementary Elkhorn 4.4 mi 9.2
Woods Elementary Lake Geneva 6.9 mi 8.9
Williams Bay Elementary Williams Bay 7.3 mi 8.3
Williams Bay Middle Williams Bay 7.3 mi 6.0
Williams Bay High Williams Bay 7.3 mi 6.5
DELAVAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Delavan 6.1 mi 6.0
FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williams Bay 7.7 mi 7.7
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva 6.9 mi
ST ANDREW PARISH SCHOOL Delavan 6.4 mi 7.3
Central - Denison Elementary Lake Geneva 7.5 mi 9.2
MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva 7.1 mi 6.9
Eastview Elementary Lake Geneva 7.6 mi 8.9
Reek Elementary Lake Geneva 9.4 mi 9.0
ST FRANCIS DE SALES PARISH SCHOOL Lake Geneva 8.1 mi 7.7
OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Delavan 7.5 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,635

Median Home Value

$287,900

Median Rent

$1,031/mo

Population

18,640

College Educated

32.6%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elkhorn Area Middle

What grades does Elkhorn Area Middle serve?

Elkhorn Area Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Elkhorn Area Middle?

Elkhorn Area Middle has an enrollment of approximately 676 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elkhorn Area Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Elkhorn Area Middle is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elkhorn Area Middle rank in WI?

Elkhorn Area Middle ranks #1,158 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Elkhorn Area Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Elkhorn Area 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 Elkhorn Area Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elkhorn Area Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Elkhorn Area Middle a charter school?

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

Is Elkhorn Area Middle a Title I school?

No, Elkhorn Area Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elkhorn Area Middle?

35.1% of students at Elkhorn Area 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
676
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Walworth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.6%

District

Elkhorn Area School District
District Enrollment
3,490
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,131
District Rank
#4 of 7

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