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John Edwards Middle

Middle School · Port Edwards School District

801 2nd St, Port Edwards, WI 54469

Enrollment

102

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#956 of 2,105

In Port Edwards

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Port Edwards School District

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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John Edwards Middle

6.8/10

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

John Edwards High

4.5/10

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6.4/10

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About John Edwards Middle

John Edwards Middle is a public middle school in Port Edwards, WI, part of Port Edwards School District. John Edwards Middle serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John Edwards Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #956 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for John Edwards Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with WI schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 102 students, John Edwards Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.5 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,711
Chronic Absenteeism6.9%

John Edwards Middle — Students at John Edwards Middle score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 47.2% (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
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
30.9%
ELA
28.1%
2025
Math
50.5%
ELA
44.3%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How John Edwards Middle Compares

See how John Edwards Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
55th percentile in WI
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.9%

Location

801 2nd St, Port Edwards, WI 54469

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Edwards Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Central Wisconsin STEM Academy (rated 7.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Nekoosa), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Wisconsin Rapids), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alexander Middle (rated 6.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Nekoosa), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Port Edwards, see our Port Edwards schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
John Edwards High Port Edwards 0.0 mi 4.5
Port Edwards Ed Heuer Elementary School Port Edwards 0.3 mi 6.4
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle Wisconsin Rapids 2.2 mi 5.6
Woodside Elementary Wisconsin Rapids 2.3 mi 5.2
Grove Elementary Wisconsin Rapids 2.5 mi 6.6
OUR LADY QUEEN OF HEAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids 3.1 mi 7.0
Mead Elementary Wisconsin Rapids 3.3 mi 5.7
ST PAULS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids 3.4 mi 4.2
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Wisconsin Rapids 3.1 mi 6.6
Central Oaks Academy Wisconsin Rapids 3.4 mi 4.6
Humke Elementary Nekoosa 3.3 mi 4.8
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids 3.5 mi 6.7
Nekoosa High Nekoosa 3.5 mi 4.7
Nekoosa Academy Nekoosa 3.5 mi
Howe Elementary Wisconsin Rapids 3.7 mi 7.3
Lincoln High Wisconsin Rapids 3.4 mi 4.7
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids 3.8 mi 6.3
Alexander Middle Nekoosa 3.8 mi 6.1
Central Wisconsin STEM Academy Nekoosa 3.8 mi 7.1
WISE Academy Nekoosa 3.8 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,688

Median Home Value

$143,900

Median Rent

$877/mo

Population

1,830

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Riverdale Junior High Muscoda, WI 6.8
Etude Middle Sheboygan, WI 6.7
ST HENRY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Watertown, WI 6.7
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids, WI 6.7
Chequamegon Middle Glidden, WI 6.9
Lake Holcombe Middle Holcombe, WI 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Edwards Middle

What grades does John Edwards Middle serve?

John Edwards Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend John Edwards Middle?

John Edwards Middle has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Edwards Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at John Edwards Middle is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Edwards Middle rank in WI?

John Edwards Middle ranks #956 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is John Edwards Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

John Edwards Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 John Edwards Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Edwards Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is John Edwards Middle a charter school?

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

Is John Edwards Middle a Title I school?

No, John Edwards Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Edwards Middle?

56.9% of students at John Edwards 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Wood County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.9%

District

Port Edwards School District
District Enrollment
444
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,711
District Rank
#1 of 3

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