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#700 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 33% in state

Mount Horeb Middle

Middle School · Mount Horeb Area School District

900 E Garfield St, Mount Horeb, WI 53572

Enrollment

510

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#700 of 2,105

In Mount Horeb

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Mount Horeb Area School District

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Mount Horeb Middle

7.4/10

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

Mount Horeb High

5.5/10

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7.8/10

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About Mount Horeb Middle

Mount Horeb Middle is a public middle school in Mount Horeb, WI, part of Mount Horeb Area School District. Mount Horeb Middle serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Horeb Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #700 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Horeb Middle show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above WI schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+11.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.5 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,480
Chronic Absenteeism14.3%

Mount Horeb Middle — Students at Mount Horeb Middle score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 64.3% (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
92%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
43.4%
ELA
51.5%
2025
Math
63.5%
ELA
69.3%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Mount Horeb Middle Compares

See how Mount Horeb Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
67th percentile in WI
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

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

900 E Garfield St, Mount Horeb, WI 53572

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Horeb Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Barneveld Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Barneveld), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glacier Creek Middle (rated 8.2/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Cross Plains), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wisconsin Heights Middle (rated 8.2/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Mazomanie), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Horeb, see our Mount Horeb schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Horeb High Mount Horeb 0.1 mi 5.5
Mount Horeb Intermediate Mount Horeb 0.2 mi 7.8
Mount Horeb Early Learning Center Mount Horeb 0.5 mi 6.5
Mount Horeb Area Community 4K Mount Horeb 0.5 mi 3.4
Mount Horeb Primary Center Mount Horeb 0.5 mi 5.7
Park Elementary Cross Plains 8.3 mi 8.6
Glacier Creek Middle Cross Plains 9.0 mi 8.2
ST FRANCIS XAVIER Cross Plains 9.1 mi 5.1
Wisconsin Heights Elementary Mazomanie 10.6 mi 9.0
Wisconsin Heights High Mazomanie 10.6 mi 5.8
Wisconsin Heights Middle Mazomanie 10.6 mi 8.2
West Middleton Elementary Verona 8.4 mi 8.1
Barneveld Elementary Barneveld 8.5 mi 8.7
Barneveld High Barneveld 8.5 mi 4.9
Barneveld Middle School Barneveld 8.5 mi 9.0
Verona Area High Verona 8.9 mi 5.5
Sunset Ridge Elementary Middleton 10.4 mi 8.1
Pope Farm Elementary Middleton 9.7 mi 9.3
Country View Elementary Verona 9.3 mi 7.3
Verona Area K4 Verona 9.3 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,604

Median Home Value

$381,900

Median Rent

$1,243/mo

Population

10,441

College Educated

46.9%

Homeownership

77.2%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Central Heights Middle Sun Prairie, WI 7.4
Indian Mound Middle Mcfarland, WI 7.4
Parkside School Wautoma, WI 7.4
Savanna Oaks Middle Fitchburg, WI 7.5
Horace Mann Middle Wausau, WI 7.3
Lake Mills Middle Lake Mills, WI 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Horeb Middle

What grades does Mount Horeb Middle serve?

Mount Horeb Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mount Horeb Middle?

Mount Horeb Middle has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Horeb Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Horeb Middle is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Horeb Middle rank in WI?

Mount Horeb Middle ranks #700 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Mount Horeb Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Horeb Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Mount Horeb Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Horeb Middle has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mount Horeb Middle a charter school?

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

Is Mount Horeb Middle a Title I school?

No, Mount Horeb Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Horeb Middle?

15.1% of students at Mount Horeb 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
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Dane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

District

Mount Horeb Area School District
District Enrollment
2,391
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,480
District Rank
#2 of 6

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