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#61 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 3% in state

Maple Dale School

Middle School · Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District

8377 N Port Washington Rd, Fox Point, WI 53217

Enrollment

203

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

9.1

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#61 of 2,105

In district

#2 of 2

Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Maple Dale School

9.1/10

Middle School in Fox Point · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Maple Dale School

Maple Dale School is a public middle school in Fox Point, WI, part of Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District. Maple Dale School serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Maple Dale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Maple Dale School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Maple Dale School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Maple Dale School is part of the Maple-Dale Indian Hill School District. Recent activities include sixth-grade students attending a Weather Day event at American Family Field, where they participated in on-field demonstrations led by a CBS 58 meteorologist team 1 . The school hosted a Science Showcase on April 15, featuring fourteen students from grades three through seven 1 . Additionally, the district announced plans for an eighth-grade trip to Washington, D.C., scheduled for 2027, with support from Nourish Natural Products donating a portion of sales to help fund the excursion 1 . Upcoming events listed on the district calendar include Track and Field practices, Lego League meetings, Drama Club sessions, and a Committee of the Whole Meeting 1 .
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  1. www.mapledale.k12.wi.us
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How it compares2.3 pts above WI schools
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Maple Dale School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+26.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.5 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,333
Chronic Absenteeism9.4%

Maple Dale School — Students at Maple Dale School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.1% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 38 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
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
59.1%
ELA
64.8%
2025
Math
79.1%
ELA
74.6%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Maple Dale School Compares

See how Maple Dale School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
97th percentile in WI
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

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

8377 N Port Washington Rd, Fox Point, WI 53217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maple Dale School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bayside Middle (rated 9.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lake Shore Middle (rated 8.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Mequon), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Glen Hills Middle (rated 6.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Glendale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fox Point, see our Fox Point schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glendale 0.6 mi 7.7
Indian Hill School River Hills 0.6 mi 9.8
ST EUGENE SCHOOL Fox Point 0.9 mi 7.3
Bayside Middle Milwaukee 1.0 mi 9.6
Stormonth Elementary Milwaukee 1.4 mi 9.2
UNIVERSITY SCHOOL-MILWAUKEE Milwaukee 1.7 mi 7.0
Nicolet High Glendale 2.0 mi 6.8
TORAH ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE Glendale 2.2 mi 6.6
BADER HILLEL HIGH SCHOOL Glendale 2.2 mi 8.4
BADER HILLEL ACADEMY Milwaukee 2.5 mi 8.0
MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Milwaukee 2.5 mi 8.2
Donges Bay Elementary Mequon 2.9 mi 8.5
Richards Elementary Whitefish Bay 3.2 mi 8.0
Parkway Elementary Glendale 3.1 mi 6.6
Glen Hills Middle Glendale 2.9 mi 6.8
DOMINICAN HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 3.4 mi 8.5
ST MONICA SCHOOL Whitefish Bay 3.4 mi 7.3
RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS Milwaukee 2.7 mi 7.8
Hawthorne Elementary Milwaukee 3.1 mi 4.2
Lake Shore Middle Mequon 3.7 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,044

Median Home Value

$426,100

Median Rent

$1,519/mo

Population

30,381

College Educated

73.3%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maple Dale School

What grades does Maple Dale School serve?

Maple Dale School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Maple Dale School?

Maple Dale School has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maple Dale School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maple Dale School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maple Dale School rank in WI?

Maple Dale School ranks #61 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Maple Dale School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maple Dale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Maple Dale School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maple Dale School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maple Dale School a charter school?

No, Maple Dale School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maple Dale School a Title I school?

No, Maple Dale School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maple Dale School?

13.3% of students at Maple Dale School 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

District

Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District
District Enrollment
424
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,333
District Rank
#2 of 2

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