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#892 of 2,102 schools in WI
Top 42% in state
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
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Sun Prairie
#6 of 15
public schools
Wisconsin middle schools
#250 of 387
In district
#6 of 15
Sun Prairie Area School District
School environment
8.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Prairie View Middle
Prairie View Middle serves 651 students in grades 6-8 in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, maintaining a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1 with 54 full-time equivalent teachers. The school earns a solid 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks in the 78th percentile among Wisconsin middle schools at #465 out of 2,112 schools statewide. Academically, Prairie View Middle demonstrates steady performance with 50% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 47% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics across all grade levels.
These results reflect the school's commitment to middle-grade education during these crucial transitional years. The school benefits from its location in an affluent suburban community where 51% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $96,762. The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 5.3% and median home values of $330,100 indicate a stable, education-focused community that supports student achievement.
Prairie View Middle operates as a regular public school in Sun Prairie's large suburban setting within Dane County, serving families in the 53590 ZIP code area with a population of 43,423 residents.
Score Breakdown
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Prairie View Middle — Students at Prairie View Middle score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
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 10 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 4.9/10.
How Prairie View Middle Compares
See how Prairie View Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 49% (2019) to 40% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 50% (2019) to 46% (2021).
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 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Patrick Marsh Middle (rated 7.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 | 5.6 |
| Meadow View Elementary Sun Prairie | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Sun Prairie West High Sun Prairie | 0.9 mi | — |
| Creekside Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Token Springs Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Westside Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Horizon Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| POWERHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 1.4 mi | — |
| C H Bird Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Sun Prairie Four Kids Sun Prairie | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Prairie Phoenix Academy Sun Prairie | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Central Heights Middle Sun Prairie | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Northside Elementary Sun Prairie | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| SACRED HEARTS GRADE SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Sun Prairie East High Sun Prairie | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Eastside Elementary Sun Prairie | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Patrick Marsh Middle Sun Prairie | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Sandburg Elementary Madison | 4.4 mi | 5.9 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Prairie View Middle has a median household income of $96,497. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $354,700, with a median rent of $1,375/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 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 |
|---|---|
| Beaver Dam Middle Beaver Dam, WI | 6.8 |
| Cherokee Heights Middle Madison, WI | 6.8 |
| Jack Young Middle Baraboo, WI | 6.8 |
| Kewaskum Middle Kewaskum, WI | 6.8 |
| Lombardi Middle Green Bay, WI | 6.8 |
| Theisen Middle Fond Du Lac, WI | 6.8 |
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 is ranked #892 out of 2,102 schools in WI.
What is Prairie View Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie View Middle has a composite rating of 6.8 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 Prairie View Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Prairie View Middle has 47.3% math proficiency and 50.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (1,594/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sun Prairie). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (608) 834-7800
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Sun Prairie Area School District- District Enrollment
- 8,411
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,779
- District Rank
- #6 of 15
Other Schools in This District
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