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Necedah Middle

Middle School · Necedah Area School District

1801 S Main St, Necedah, WI 54646

Enrollment

135

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Necedah

#3 of 5

public schools

Wisconsin middle schools

#295 of 387

In district

#3 of 5

Necedah Area School District

School environment

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Necedah Middle

Necedah Middle serves 135 students in grades 6 through 8 in the small community of Necedah, Wisconsin. This public middle school maintains a favorable 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio with 12 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school performs well academically, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #374 out of 2,112 Wisconsin schools, placing it in the 82nd percentile statewide.

This strong performance demonstrates the school's commitment to providing quality education to its rural student population. Necedah Middle operates within a tight-knit community where the median household income is $57,723 and the poverty rate stands at 11.3%. The surrounding area has a median home value of $135,600, reflecting the affordable cost of living typical of rural Wisconsin communities.

About 14% of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. Located on South Main Street, the school sits in the heart of Necedah, a community of approximately 3,810 residents in Juneau County. The remote rural setting provides students with a close-knit educational environment where teachers and families can work together to support student success in a peaceful, small-town atmosphere.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 135 students, Necedah Middle is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Necedah Middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.71 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12%
Reading/ELA Proficiency37%
Math vs. State Avg-40.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.8 pts
Overall Proficiency25%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment9.3Exceptional25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,449

Necedah Middle — Students at Necedah Middle score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.1%
School
State
53.0%
ELA Proficiency 32.7%
School
State
52.9%

Based on 10 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
25.6%
ELA
31.6%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Necedah Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
48th percentile in WI
Academic
5.6/10
5.6/10
Growth
5.4/10
Above average
Environment
9.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers

Location

1801 S Main St, Necedah, WI 54646

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Necedah Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Olson Middle (rated 7.4/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Mauston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Adams-Friendship Middle (rated 7.0/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Friendship), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Necedah, see our Necedah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Necedah Elementary Necedah 0.0 mi 6.9
Necedah High Necedah 0.0 mi 3.9
N-Vision Learning Center Necedah 0.0 mi 4.5
N-Gage Academy Necedah 0.0 mi 6.7
QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Necedah 1.9 mi
New Lisbon Elementary New Lisbon 9.8 mi 6.7
New Lisbon Junior High/High New Lisbon 9.8 mi 4.3
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Mauston 14.0 mi 6.7
Olson Middle Mauston 14.7 mi 7.4
Mauston High Mauston 14.7 mi 4.3
iLEAD Charter Sch Mauston 14.7 mi 3.7
West Side Elementary Mauston 14.7 mi 6.8
Mauston Montessori Charter School Mauston 14.7 mi 6.0
Grayside Elementary Mauston 14.7 mi 6.4
Lemonweir Academy Mauston 14.7 mi
Camp Douglas Elementary Camp Douglas 11.6 mi 6.7
Adams-Friendship Middle Friendship 13.0 mi 7.0
Adams-Friendship Elementary Friendship 13.3 mi 6.0
Adams-Friendship High Adams 13.8 mi 3.9
Oakdale Elementary Tomah 15.5 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,250

Median Home Value

$145,200

Median Rent

$925/mo

Population

3,752

College Educated

12.8%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

48.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Necedah Middle has a median household income of $58,250. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $145,200, with a median rent of $925/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.5%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Chequamegon Middle Glidden, WI 6.4
Flambeau Middle Tony, WI 6.4
Westfield Area Middle Westfield, WI 6.4
Clinton Junior High Clinton, WI 6.5
Gillett Middle Gillett, WI 6.5
Mineral Point Middle Mineral Point, WI 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Necedah Middle

What grades does Necedah Middle serve?

Necedah Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Necedah Middle?

Necedah Middle has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Necedah Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Necedah Middle is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Necedah Middle rank in WI?

Necedah Middle is ranked #1101 out of 2,102 schools in WI.

What is Necedah Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Necedah Middle has a composite rating of 6.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Necedah Middle?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Necedah Middle has 21.1% math proficiency and 32.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Necedah Middle a charter school?

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

Is Necedah Middle a Title I school?

No, Necedah Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

68.9% of students at Necedah 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

County Safety
Average (446/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Juneau County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Necedah Area School District
District Enrollment
706
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,043
District Rank
#3 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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