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Superior Middle

Middle School · Superior School District

3626 Hammond Ave, Superior, WI 54880

Enrollment

908

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,380 of 2,105

In Superior

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Superior School District

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Superior Middle

5.7/10

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

Superior Community Preschool

3.8/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Northern Lights Elementary

6.7/10

1.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Superior Middle

Superior Middle is a public middle school in Superior, WI, part of Superior School District. Superior Middle serves approximately 908 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Superior Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,380 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Superior Middle show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below WI schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-12.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment6.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,892
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

Superior Middle — Students at Superior Middle score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 42.5% (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
75%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
22.8%
ELA
25.9%
2025
Math
39.3%
ELA
49.2%

* 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 Superior Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
35th percentile in WI
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Location

3626 Hammond Ave, Superior, WI 54880

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Superior Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARBOR CITY INTERNATIONAL CHARTER (rated 8.4/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Duluth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bryant Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Superior, see our Superior schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Superior Community Preschool Superior 0.6 mi 3.8
Northern Lights Elementary Superior 1.0 mi 6.7
Superior High Superior 1.1 mi 4.7
CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Superior 1.8 mi 9.0
Bryant Elementary Superior 2.0 mi 7.8
Great Lakes Elementary Superior 1.6 mi 7.0
Cooper Elementary Superior 1.9 mi 7.4
DENFELD HIGH SCHOOL Duluth 4.7 mi 6.4
RALEIGH PRIMARY/EL ACADEMY Duluth 4.3 mi 5.8
LAURA MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY Duluth 4.6 mi 4.2
MERRITT CREEK ACADEMY Duluth 5.1 mi 5.8
LINCOLN PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Duluth 5.2 mi 7.0
HARBOR CITY INTERNATIONAL CHARTER Duluth 6.1 mi 8.4
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Duluth 6.1 mi 4.3
TWIN PORTS BAPTIST SCHOOL Superior 4.5 mi
DULUTH AREA LEARNING CENTER Duluth 6.4 mi 6.1
Academic Excellence Online Duluth 6.4 mi 5.0
ALC Independent Study Duluth 6.4 mi 3.8
ALC School Within a School Duluth 6.4 mi 3.7
Lake Superior Elementary Superior 5.0 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,942

Median Home Value

$176,700

Median Rent

$901/mo

Population

30,211

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

63.8%

Avg Commute

17.3 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

39.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Superior Middle

What grades does Superior Middle serve?

Superior Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Superior Middle?

Superior Middle has an enrollment of approximately 908 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Superior Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Superior Middle is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Superior Middle rank in WI?

Superior Middle ranks #1,380 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Superior Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Superior 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 Superior Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Superior Middle has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Superior Middle a charter school?

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

Is Superior Middle a Title I school?

No, Superior Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

51.4% of students at Superior 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
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
908
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

District

Superior School District
District Enrollment
4,023
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,892
District Rank
#6 of 9

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