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#50 of 2,102 schools in WI

Top 2% in state

Silver Lake Intermediate

Middle School · Oconomowoc Area School District

555 Oconomowoc Pkwy, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Oconomowoc

#1 of 8

public schools

Wisconsin middle schools

#10 of 387

In district

#1 of 8

Oconomowoc Area School District

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Silver Lake Intermediate

Silver Lake Intermediate is a public middle school in Oconomowoc, WI, part of the Oconomowoc Area School District. The school serves approximately 639 students in grades 5th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 97.7th percentile among WI schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 71% proficiency in math, 19 points above the state average and 66% in reading/language arts, 14 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $111,348, where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Exceptional40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+4.17 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56%
Reading/ELA Proficiency51%
Math vs. State Avg+4.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.6 pts
Overall Proficiency54%
Expected (poverty-adj.)48%
vs. Expected+5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,590

Silver Lake Intermediate — Students at Silver Lake Intermediate score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.4%
School
State
52.7%
ELA Proficiency 66.1%
School
State
52.3%

Based on 12 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2025
Math
79.4%
ELA
73.9%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Silver Lake Intermediate Compares

See how Silver Lake Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
98th percentile in WI
Academic
8.7/10
8.7/10
Growth
9.5/10
Above average
Environment
7.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers

Location

555 Oconomowoc Pkwy, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Silver Lake Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Nature Hill Intermediate (rated 8.3/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Kettle Moraine Middle (rated 7.9/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Dousman), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oconomowoc, see our Oconomowoc schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Park Lawn Elementary Oconomowoc 1.5 mi 8.6
Oconomowoc High Oconomowoc 1.3 mi 6.5
ST PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oconomowoc 1.9 mi 6.4
Lake Country Classical Academy Inc Oconomowoc 2.1 mi
Greenland Elementary Oconomowoc 2.4 mi 8.0
Summit Elementary Oconomowoc 2.6 mi 7.2
Nature Hill Intermediate Oconomowoc 3.4 mi 8.3
GENESEE LAKE SCHOOL Oconomowoc 3.5 mi 7.2
Meadow View Elementary Oconomowoc 4.1 mi 8.2
HOLY TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Okauchee 3.6 mi
ST MATTHEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oconomowoc 4.2 mi 5.5
ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oconomowoc 4.2 mi 5.5
ST BRUNO PARISH SCHOOL Dousman 5.4 mi 6.8
Kettle Moraine Middle Dousman 5.7 mi 7.9
Dousman Elementary Dousman 5.7 mi 6.7
Adeline Montessori School Inc Oconomowoc 5.5 mi
LAD LAKE LAKEWOOD/PASSAGE/ST. ROSE Dousman 5.7 mi 7.7
ST JOAN OF ARC PARISH SCHOOL Nashotah 4.7 mi 6.8
LAKE COUNTRY MONTESSORI Nashotah 5.4 mi
Cushing Elementary Delafield 5.6 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,348

Median Home Value

$402,800

Median Rent

$1,263/mo

Population

37,056

College Educated

46.9%

Homeownership

77.9%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

46.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Silver Lake Intermediate has a median household income of $111,348. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $402,800, with a median rent of $1,263/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 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
Central Heights Middle Sun Prairie, WI 8.7
O'Keeffe Middle Madison, WI 8.5
Steffen Middle Mequon, WI 8.4
Fort Atkinson Middle Fort Atkinson, WI 8.3
Nature Hill Intermediate Oconomowoc, WI 8.3
Platteville Middle Platteville, WI 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Silver Lake Intermediate

What grades does Silver Lake Intermediate serve?

Silver Lake Intermediate serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Silver Lake Intermediate?

Silver Lake Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver Lake Intermediate?

The student-teacher ratio at Silver Lake Intermediate is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Silver Lake Intermediate rank in WI?

Silver Lake Intermediate is ranked #50 out of 2,102 schools in WI.

What is Silver Lake Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?

Silver Lake Intermediate has a composite rating of 8.8 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 Silver Lake Intermediate?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Silver Lake Intermediate has 71.4% math proficiency and 66.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Silver Lake Intermediate a charter school?

No, Silver Lake Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Silver Lake Intermediate a Title I school?

No, Silver Lake Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver Lake Intermediate?

21.0% of students at Silver Lake Intermediate 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (324/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Oconomowoc). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Waukesha County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Oconomowoc Area School District
District Enrollment
4,951
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,278
District Rank
#1 of 8

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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