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Wilson Middle
Middle School · Appleton Area School District
225 N Badger Ave, Appleton, WI 54914
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,607 of 2,105
In Appleton
#30 of 38
public schools
In district
#28 of 36
Appleton Area School District
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About Wilson Middle
Wilson Middle is a public middle school in Appleton, WI, part of Appleton Area School District. Wilson Middle serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,607 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Wilson Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Wilson Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Wilson Middle — Students at Wilson Middle score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.6/10.
How Wilson Middle Compares
See how Wilson Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
225 N Badger Ave, Appleton, WI 54914
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wilson Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Odyssey-Magellan (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kaleidoscope Academy (rated 4.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Appleton, see our Appleton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Appleton Technical Academy Appleton | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Renaissance School Appleton | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| West High Appleton | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Ronald C Dunlap Elementary School Appleton | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Fox River Academy Appleton | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Appleton | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Appleton Cooperative Educational Center Appleton | 0.8 mi | — |
| XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Appleton | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Highlands Elementary Appleton | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Odyssey-Magellan Appleton | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Columbus Elementary Appleton | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Appleview Appleton | 1.0 mi | — |
| Valley New School Appleton | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Appleton Bilingual School Appleton | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL- MARQUETTE Appleton | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| RIVERVIEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Stephen Foster Elementary Charter Appleton | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Kaleidoscope Academy Appleton | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Appleton Community 4K Appleton | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54914 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,199
Median Home Value
$210,200
Median Rent
$936/mo
Population
31,448
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
37.1
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| Starbuck - An IB World School Racine, WI | 5.0 |
| Washington Middle Manitowoc, WI | 5.0 |
| Aldrich Intermediate Beloit, WI | 5.1 |
| Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School Madison, WI | 4.9 |
| Farnsworth Middle Sheboygan, WI | 4.9 |
| Lincoln Middle Milwaukee, WI | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wilson Middle
What grades does Wilson Middle serve?
Wilson Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Wilson Middle?
Wilson Middle has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilson Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilson Middle is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilson Middle rank in WI?
Wilson Middle ranks #1,607 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Wilson Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Wilson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Wilson Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilson Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wilson Middle a charter school?
No, Wilson Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wilson Middle a Title I school?
No, Wilson Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilson Middle?
64.8% of students at Wilson 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Outagamie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (920) 852-5435
Resources & Links
District
Appleton Area School District- District Enrollment
- 15,230
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,085
- District Rank
- #28 of 36
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