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#1377 of 2,105 schools in WI
Sauk Prairie Middle
Middle School · Sauk Prairie School District
207 Maple St, Sauk City, WI 53583
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,377 of 2,105
In district
#5 of 6
Sauk Prairie School District
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Sauk Prairie Middle
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About Sauk Prairie Middle
Sauk Prairie Middle is a public middle school in Sauk City, WI, part of Sauk Prairie School District. Sauk Prairie Middle serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Sauk Prairie Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,377 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Sauk Prairie Middle show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Sauk Prairie Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sauk Prairie Middle — Students at Sauk Prairie Middle score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.7%
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: 4.4/10.
How Sauk Prairie Middle Compares
See how Sauk Prairie 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
207 Maple St, Sauk City, WI 53583
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sauk Prairie Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wisconsin Heights Middle (rated 8.2/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Mazomanie), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glacier Creek Middle (rated 8.2/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Cross Plains), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lodi Middle (rated 7.8/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Lodi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sauk City, see our Sauk City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sauk Prairie High Prairie Du Sac | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| SHORELESS LAKE SCHOOL WISCONSIN Sauk City | 0.3 mi | — |
| Bridges Elementary Prairie Du Sac | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Grand Avenue Elementary Prairie Du Sac | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Wisconsin Heights Elementary Mazomanie | 8.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Wisconsin Heights High Mazomanie | 8.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Wisconsin Heights Middle Mazomanie | 8.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Merrimac Community Merrimac | 8.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Tower Rock Elementary Prairie Du Sac | 8.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Al Behrman Elementary Baraboo | 12.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Lodi Primary Lodi | 9.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Park Elementary Cross Plains | 12.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Lodi High Lodi | 9.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Baraboo | 13.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER Cross Plains | 12.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baraboo | 13.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Glacier Creek Middle Cross Plains | 12.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Lodi Middle Lodi | 9.8 mi | 7.8 |
| West Elementary-Kindergarten Center Baraboo | 13.3 mi | 4.7 |
| BELC--Renewal Head Start Baraboo | 13.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53583 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,792
Median Home Value
$305,200
Median Rent
$1,078/mo
Population
6,043
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
43.5
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|---|---|
| Jack Young Middle Baraboo, WI | 5.7 |
| Turner Middle Beloit, WI | 5.7 |
| Wilson Middle Manitowoc, WI | 5.7 |
| Marshall Middle Janesville, WI | 5.8 |
| River Bluff Middle Stoughton, WI | 5.8 |
| Medford Middle Medford, WI | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sauk Prairie Middle
What grades does Sauk Prairie Middle serve?
Sauk Prairie Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sauk Prairie Middle?
Sauk Prairie Middle has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sauk Prairie Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sauk Prairie Middle is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sauk Prairie Middle rank in WI?
Sauk Prairie Middle ranks #1,377 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Sauk Prairie Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sauk Prairie Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Sauk Prairie Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sauk Prairie Middle has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sauk Prairie Middle a charter school?
No, Sauk Prairie Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sauk Prairie Middle a Title I school?
No, Sauk Prairie Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sauk Prairie Middle?
27.7% of students at Sauk Prairie 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sauk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (608) 643-5500
Resources & Links
District
Sauk Prairie School District- District Enrollment
- 2,686
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,273
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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