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#1233 of 2,105 schools in WI
Prairie View Middle
Middle School · Sun Prairie Area School District
501 S Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,233 of 2,105
In Sun Prairie
#10 of 15
public schools
In district
#10 of 15
Sun Prairie Area School District
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Prairie View Middle
Middle School in Sun Prairie · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Prairie View Middle
Prairie View Middle is a public middle school in Sun Prairie, WI, part of Sun Prairie Area School District. Prairie View Middle serves approximately 651 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie View Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,233 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie View Middle show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Prairie View Middle — Students at Prairie View Middle score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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 Prairie View Middle Compares
See how Prairie View Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
501 S Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie View Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Central Heights Middle (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Patrick Marsh Middle (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sun Prairie, see our Sun Prairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Oaks Elementary Sun Prairie | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Meadow View Elementary Sun Prairie | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Sun Prairie West High Sun Prairie | 0.9 mi | — |
| Creekside Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Token Springs Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Westside Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Horizon Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| POWERHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 1.4 mi | — |
| C H Bird Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Sun Prairie Four Kids Sun Prairie | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Prairie Phoenix Academy Sun Prairie | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Central Heights Middle Sun Prairie | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Northside Elementary Sun Prairie | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| SACRED HEARTS GRADE SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Sun Prairie East High Sun Prairie | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Eastside Elementary Sun Prairie | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Patrick Marsh Middle Sun Prairie | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Sandburg Elementary Madison | 4.4 mi | 6.1 |
| EASTSIDE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Madison | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,497
Median Home Value
$354,700
Median Rent
$1,375/mo
Population
43,965
College Educated
51.6%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
37.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Greenfield Middle Greenfield, WI | 6.1 |
| P J Jacobs Junior High Stevens Point, WI | 6.1 |
| Sheboygan Falls Middle Sheboygan Falls, WI | 6.1 |
| Benjamin Franklin Junior High Stevens Point, WI | 6.0 |
| Einstein Middle Appleton, WI | 6.0 |
| Horace Mann Middle Sheboygan, WI | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie View Middle
What grades does Prairie View Middle serve?
Prairie View Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Prairie View Middle?
Prairie View Middle has an enrollment of approximately 651 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie View Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie View Middle is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie View Middle rank in WI?
Prairie View Middle ranks #1,233 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Prairie View Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie View Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Prairie View Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie View Middle has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Prairie View Middle a charter school?
No, Prairie View Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie View Middle a Title I school?
No, Prairie View Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie View Middle?
35.6% of students at Prairie View 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 651
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.9%
- Phone
- (608) 834-7800
Resources & Links
District
Sun Prairie Area School District- District Enrollment
- 8,411
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,779
- District Rank
- #10 of 15
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