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#773 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 37% in state

Wisconsin Dells Middle School

Middle School · Wisconsin Dells School District

520 Race St, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#773 of 2,105

In Wisconsin Dells

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Wisconsin Dells School District

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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7.3/10

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About Wisconsin Dells Middle School

Wisconsin Dells Middle School is a public middle school in Wisconsin Dells, WI, part of Wisconsin Dells School District. Wisconsin Dells Middle School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wisconsin Dells Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #773 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Wisconsin Dells Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above WI schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.9 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+19.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,853
Chronic Absenteeism24.1%

Wisconsin Dells Middle School — Students at Wisconsin Dells Middle School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (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
77%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
29%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
24%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
40.3%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
59.1%
ELA
57.7%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Wisconsin Dells Middle School Compares

See how Wisconsin Dells Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
63th percentile in WI
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

Location

520 Race St, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wisconsin Dells Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Prairie Ridge Intermediate (rated 8.4/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Reedsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Delton Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Lake Delton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Willson Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Baraboo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wisconsin Dells, see our Wisconsin Dells schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Spring Hill Elementary Wisconsin Dells 0.2 mi 7.6
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Dells 0.4 mi 6.6
Wisconsin Dells High Wisconsin Dells 1.8 mi 4.1
Lake Delton Elementary Lake Delton 3.0 mi 8.1
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF BARABOO Baraboo 7.8 mi 6.3
Jack Young Middle Baraboo 9.9 mi 5.7
Willson Elementary Baraboo 10.1 mi 7.9
Baraboo High Baraboo 10.1 mi 4.7
West Elementary-Kindergarten Center Baraboo 10.5 mi 4.7
BELC--Renewal Head Start Baraboo 10.5 mi
Baraboo Early Learning Cooperative Baraboo 10.5 mi 3.4
East Elementary Baraboo 10.5 mi 7.0
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baraboo 10.6 mi 5.7
ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Baraboo 10.8 mi 6.7
Lyndon Station Elementary Lyndon Station 9.1 mi 7.7
Al Behrman Elementary Baraboo 11.5 mi 6.8
North Freedom Elementary North Freedom 11.9 mi 6.7
Lewiston Elementary Portage 10.4 mi 6.0
Prairie Ridge Intermediate Reedsburg 12.1 mi 8.4
Pineview Elementary Reedsburg 12.9 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53965 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,237

Median Home Value

$211,700

Median Rent

$938/mo

Population

11,197

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

75.5%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

47.6

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Viroqua Middle Viroqua, WI 7.3
Ellsworth Middle Ellsworth, WI 7.2
River Valley Middle Spring Green, WI 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wisconsin Dells Middle School

What grades does Wisconsin Dells Middle School serve?

Wisconsin Dells Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Wisconsin Dells Middle School?

Wisconsin Dells Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wisconsin Dells Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wisconsin Dells Middle School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wisconsin Dells Middle School rank in WI?

Wisconsin Dells Middle School ranks #773 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Wisconsin Dells Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wisconsin Dells Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Wisconsin Dells Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wisconsin Dells Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wisconsin Dells Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Wisconsin Dells Middle School a Title I school?

No, Wisconsin Dells Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wisconsin Dells Middle School?

55.3% of students at Wisconsin Dells Middle School 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Columbia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

District

Wisconsin Dells School District
District Enrollment
1,842
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,853
District Rank
#3 of 4

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