Middleton High School is a public secondary school located in the city of Middleton, Wisconsin. It was established in 1879. Part of the Middleton-Cross Plains School District, the school serves more than 2,000 students in grades 9 to 12 from the Middleton and Cross Plains areas.
Serving 2,237 students in grades 9-12, Middleton High School ranks in the top 20% 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 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middleton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Middleton High School's student population of 2,237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 151 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
151 teachers
Year Founded
1879
Colors
Cardinal red and white
School Rankings
Middleton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middleton High School is 0.54, 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
#348 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
66%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinal
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middleton High School's ranking?
Middleton High School is ranked #348 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Middleton High School often compared to?
Middleton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middleton High School?
The graduation rate of Middleton High School is 99%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Middleton High School?
2,237 students attend Middleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Middleton High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middleton High School?
Middleton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Middleton High School offer ?
Middleton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middleton High School part of?
Middleton High School is part of Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Middleton High School located?
Middleton High School is located in the School neighborhood of Middleton, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in School.
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