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South Park Middle

Middle School · Oshkosh Area School District

1551 Delaware St, Oshkosh, WI 54902

Enrollment

329

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,328 of 2,105

In Oshkosh

#10 of 21

public schools

In district

#10 of 21

Oshkosh Area School District

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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South Park Middle

5.8/10

Middle School in Oshkosh · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About South Park Middle

South Park Middle is a public middle school in Oshkosh, WI, part of Oshkosh Area School District. South Park Middle serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. South Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,328 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for South Park Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, South Park Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,676
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

South Park Middle — Students at South Park Middle score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 40.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
24%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
24.3%
ELA
21.3%
2025
Math
45.9%
ELA
47.9%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How South Park Middle Compares

See how South Park Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
37th percentile in WI
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

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

1551 Delaware St, Oshkosh, WI 54902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Park Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Accelerated Advanced Learning Program (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tipler Middle (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOURDES ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oshkosh, see our Oshkosh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Shapiro STEM Academy Oshkosh 0.5 mi 6.1
Jefferson Elementary Oshkosh 0.6 mi 5.8
LOURDES ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oshkosh 0.7 mi 4.8
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh 0.8 mi 5.1
Franklin Elementary Oshkosh 1.0 mi 5.8
LOURDES ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Oshkosh 1.1 mi 7.9
LOURDES ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Oshkosh 1.1 mi 6.9
Tipler Middle Oshkosh 1.2 mi 8.5
Ready 4 Learning School Oshkosh 1.2 mi 3.4
Accelerated Advanced Learning Program Oshkosh 1.2 mi 9.0
West High Oshkosh 1.5 mi 4.8
Roosevelt Elementary Oshkosh 1.8 mi 6.0
Read Elementary Oshkosh 1.9 mi 4.7
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh 1.6 mi 7.2
MARTIN LUTHER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh 2.2 mi 5.5
Webster Stanley Elementary Oshkosh 2.1 mi 5.7
Merrill Elementary Oshkosh 2.1 mi 3.8
Washington Elementary Oshkosh 1.7 mi 4.2
Vel Phillips Middle School Oshkosh 2.2 mi 5.1
Oaklawn Elementary Oshkosh 2.7 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,548

Median Home Value

$163,900

Median Rent

$859/mo

Population

21,982

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

16.4 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

38.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Brookwood Middle Genoa City, WI 5.8
Roosevelt Middle Milwaukee, WI 5.7
Turner Middle Beloit, WI 5.7
Adams-Friendship Middle Friendship, WI 5.9
Rosendale-Brandon Middle Rosendale, WI 5.9
Whitewater Middle Whitewater, WI 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Park Middle

What grades does South Park Middle serve?

South Park Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend South Park Middle?

South Park Middle has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Park Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at South Park Middle is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Park Middle rank in WI?

South Park Middle ranks #1,328 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is South Park Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

South Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 South Park Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Park Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is South Park Middle a charter school?

No, South Park Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is South Park Middle a Title I school?

No, South Park Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Park Middle?

49.5% of students at South Park 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Winnebago County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

District

Oshkosh Area School District
District Enrollment
9,113
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,676
District Rank
#10 of 21

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