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#134 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 6% 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

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#134 of 2,105

In Oconomowoc

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Oconomowoc Area School District

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Silver Lake Intermediate

8.8/10

Middle School in Oconomowoc · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.4/10

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5.9/10

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About Silver Lake Intermediate

Silver Lake Intermediate is a public middle school in Oconomowoc, WI, part of Oconomowoc Area School District. Silver Lake Intermediate serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Silver Lake Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Silver Lake Intermediate show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+27.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.5 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,278
Chronic Absenteeism12.7%

Silver Lake Intermediate — Students at Silver Lake Intermediate score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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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 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 59.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.3% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 36 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
59.6%
ELA
56.8%
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: 8.5/10.

How Silver Lake Intermediate Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in WI
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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. Kettle Moraine Middle (rated 8.1/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Dousman), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Nature Hill Intermediate (rated 8.0/10, 3.4 miles away), 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 9.4
Oconomowoc High Oconomowoc 1.3 mi 5.9
ST PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oconomowoc 1.9 mi 6.4
Lake Country Classical Academy Inc Oconomowoc 2.1 mi 9.1
Greenland Elementary Oconomowoc 2.4 mi 8.6
Summit Elementary Oconomowoc 2.6 mi 9.1
Nature Hill Intermediate Oconomowoc 3.4 mi 8.0
GENESEE LAKE SCHOOL Oconomowoc 3.5 mi 7.2
Meadow View Elementary Oconomowoc 4.1 mi 8.8
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 8.1
Dousman Elementary Dousman 5.7 mi 6.3
Adeline Montessori School Inc Oconomowoc 5.5 mi 4.3
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 8.4

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

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Pilgrim Park Middle Elm Grove, WI 8.7
Muskego Lakes Middle Muskego, WI 9.0
Waunakee Intermediate Waunakee, WI 9.0
Fort Atkinson Middle Fort Atkinson, WI 8.6

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 ranks #134 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Silver Lake Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?

Silver Lake Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Silver Lake Intermediate?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Silver Lake Intermediate has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.7%

District

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

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