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#204 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 10% in state

Whitefish Bay Middle

Middle School · Whitefish Bay School District

1144 E Henry Clay St, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217

Enrollment

634

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#204 of 2,105

In Whitefish Bay

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Whitefish Bay School District

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Whitefish Bay Middle

8.6/10

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

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7.2/10

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About Whitefish Bay Middle

Whitefish Bay Middle is a public middle school in Whitefish Bay, WI, part of Whitefish Bay School District. Whitefish Bay Middle serves approximately 634 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitefish Bay Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #204 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Whitefish Bay Middle show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above WI schools
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+31.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.1 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)71% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment6.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,918
Chronic Absenteeism10.1%

Whitefish Bay Middle — Students at Whitefish Bay Middle score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

2.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 75.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 74.6% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
68.6%
ELA
68.6%
2025
Math
83.4%
ELA
84.9%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Whitefish Bay Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
90th percentile in WI
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
2%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

Location

1144 E Henry Clay St, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whitefish Bay Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DOMINICAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), with a very similar rating. Another option is Atwater Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Shorewood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Whitefish Bay, see our Whitefish Bay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Whitefish Bay High Whitefish Bay 0.3 mi 7.2
HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Whitefish Bay 0.5 mi 7.8
Cumberland Elementary Whitefish Bay 0.6 mi 7.9
ST MONICA SCHOOL Whitefish Bay 0.8 mi 7.3
Richards Elementary Whitefish Bay 0.9 mi 8.0
DOMINICAN HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.9 mi 8.5
Lake Bluff Elementary Shorewood 1.1 mi 8.0
Southeastern Milwaukee 1.3 mi
NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glendale 1.2 mi 5.4
BADER HILLEL ACADEMY Milwaukee 1.6 mi 8.0
MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.6 mi 8.2
Shorewood High Shorewood 1.7 mi 6.3
New Horizons for Learning Shorewood 1.7 mi
Atwater Elementary Shorewood 1.7 mi 8.4
Shorewood Intermediate Shorewood 1.8 mi 7.5
ST ROBERT SCHOOL Shorewood 1.7 mi 7.8
MESSMER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee 2.0 mi 4.7
Parkway Elementary Glendale 1.8 mi 6.6
Nicolet High Glendale 2.2 mi 6.8
Fratney Elementary Milwaukee 2.4 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,044

Median Home Value

$426,100

Median Rent

$1,519/mo

Population

30,381

College Educated

73.3%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

40.7

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School Rating
Fort Atkinson Middle Fort Atkinson, WI 8.6
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Lake Denoon Middle Muskego, WI 8.7
Pilgrim Park Middle Elm Grove, WI 8.7
Edgerton Middle Edgerton, WI 8.4
Silver Spring Intermediate Sussex, WI 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whitefish Bay Middle

What grades does Whitefish Bay Middle serve?

Whitefish Bay Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Whitefish Bay Middle?

Whitefish Bay Middle has an enrollment of approximately 634 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitefish Bay Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitefish Bay 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 Whitefish Bay Middle rank in WI?

Whitefish Bay Middle ranks #204 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Whitefish Bay Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Whitefish Bay Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Whitefish Bay Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitefish Bay Middle has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Whitefish Bay Middle a charter school?

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

Is Whitefish Bay Middle a Title I school?

No, Whitefish Bay Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

2.4% of students at Whitefish Bay 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
2.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

District

Whitefish Bay School District
District Enrollment
2,831
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,918
District Rank
#1 of 4

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