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Tomah Middle

Middle School · Tomah Area School District

612 Hollister Ave, Tomah, WI 54660

Enrollment

681

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,481 of 2,105

In Tomah

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 12

Tomah Area School District

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Tomah Middle

5.4/10

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

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About Tomah Middle

Tomah Middle is a public middle school in Tomah, WI, part of Tomah Area School District. Tomah Middle serves approximately 681 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Tomah Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,481 of 2,105 schools in WI.

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

How it compares1.4 pts below WI schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-10.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,373
Chronic Absenteeism29.1%

Tomah Middle — Students at Tomah Middle score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.9% (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
73%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
30%
ELA
34%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
30.4%
ELA
28.6%
2025
Math
41.4%
ELA
45.6%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Tomah Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
30th percentile in WI
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

Location

612 Hollister Ave, Tomah, WI 54660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tomah Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Brookwood High (rated 8.3/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tomah Area Montessori School (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tomah, see our Tomah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Miller Elementary Tomah 0.1 mi 4.7
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tomah 0.2 mi 5.2
Tomah High Tomah 0.3 mi 3.7
Timber PUPS Learning Center Tomah 0.6 mi 3.3
TOMAH BAPTIST ACADEMY Tomah 0.7 mi 7.0
Lemonweir Elementary Tomah 1.1 mi 5.2
Robert Kupper Learning Center Tomah 1.3 mi 4.1
La Grange Elementary Tomah 1.9 mi 6.9
Tomah Area Montessori School Tomah 2.1 mi 7.9
EAST RIDGEVILLE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Wilton 7.7 mi
Wyeville Elementary Wyeville 6.7 mi 4.4
Oakdale Elementary Tomah 6.6 mi 6.8
Warrens Elementary Warrens 10.2 mi 6.8
SUNNYVALLEY PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Tomah 9.2 mi
Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton Elementary Ontario 15.6 mi 7.6
Brookwood High Ontario 15.6 mi 8.3
Camp Douglas Elementary Camp Douglas 12.1 mi 6.2
Southside Early Learning Center Sparta 14.5 mi 5.6
Sparta Alternative Independent Learning School Sparta 14.5 mi 3.1
SPARTA MENNONITE SCHOOL Sparta 14.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,146

Median Home Value

$188,000

Median Rent

$931/mo

Population

16,100

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

41.8

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Madison Middle Appleton, WI 5.3
Medford Middle Medford, WI 5.6
Shawano Community Middle Shawano, WI 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tomah Middle

What grades does Tomah Middle serve?

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

How many students attend Tomah Middle?

Tomah Middle has an enrollment of approximately 681 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tomah Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Tomah Middle is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tomah Middle rank in WI?

Tomah Middle ranks #1,481 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Tomah Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Tomah Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Tomah Middle?

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

Is Tomah Middle a charter school?

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

Is Tomah Middle a Title I school?

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

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

45.5% of students at Tomah 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

District

Tomah Area School District
District Enrollment
3,096
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,373
District Rank
#6 of 12

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