Tri-county Middle

Tri-County Middle is a regular public middle school located in the rural community of Plainfield, Wisconsin. Serving students from sixth to eighth grade, Tri-County Middle has an enrollment of 137 students and boasts a student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1 with ten full-time equivalent teachers. The school's remote setting offers a close-knit atmosphere where educators focus on individual student needs.

Tri-County Middle currently holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10, ranking it at the 32nd percentile among Wisconsin schools. Academically, students perform around average for their grade level in math with 43% proficient or above and slightly below average in ELA/Reading with 32% proficient or above. While Tri-County Middle has room for academic growth, it provides a supportive environment where students can develop essential skills and social connections.

The school is situated in a rural area that fosters a sense of community among its residents.

With an enrollment of 137 students, Tri-county Middle is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Tri-county Middle are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Tri-county Middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.