Serving 912 students in grades 6-8, Wisconsin Rapids Area 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 31% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 912 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School's student population of 912 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
912 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
School Motto
Inspiring excellence in every student.
School Rankings
Wisconsin Rapids Area 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 Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1502 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
78%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School's ranking?
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School is ranked #1502 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School often compared to?
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School?
912 students attend Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School?
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School offer ?
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School part of?
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School is part of Wisconsin Rapids School District.
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