Serving 782 students in grades 7-8, Badger Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Badger Middle School's student population of 782 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Badger Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Badger Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#882 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
80%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Badger Middle School's ranking?
Badger Middle School is ranked #882 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Badger Middle School often compared to?
Badger Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Slinger Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Badger Middle School?
782 students attend Badger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Badger Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Badger Middle School?
Badger Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Badger Middle School offer ?
Badger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Badger Middle School part of?
Badger Middle School is part of West Bend School District.
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