Serving 310 students in grades 5-8, Dodgeville 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 43% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dodgeville Middle School's student population of 310 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dodgeville 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 Dodgeville Middle School is 0.22, 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
#760 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Dodgeville Middle School's ranking?
Dodgeville Middle School is ranked #760 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Dodgeville Middle School?
310 students attend Dodgeville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Dodgeville Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dodgeville Middle School?
Dodgeville Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dodgeville Middle School offer ?
Dodgeville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dodgeville Middle School part of?
Dodgeville Middle School is part of Dodgeville School District.
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