Serving 572 students in grades 6-8, Patrick Marsh Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower 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 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick Marsh Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Patrick Marsh Middle School's student population of 572 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Mascot
Panthers
School Rankings
Patrick Marsh Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patrick Marsh Middle School is 0.58, which is more 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
#1073 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
8%
9%
White
63%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patrick Marsh Middle School's ranking?
Patrick Marsh Middle School is ranked #1073 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Patrick Marsh Middle School often compared to?
Patrick Marsh Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% 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 Patrick Marsh Middle School?
572 students attend Patrick Marsh Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Patrick Marsh Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patrick Marsh Middle School?
Patrick Marsh Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Patrick Marsh Middle School offer ?
Patrick Marsh Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patrick Marsh Middle School part of?
Patrick Marsh Middle School is part of Sun Prairie Area School District.
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