Serving 262 students in grades 5-8, Howards Grove Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 10% 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: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howards Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Howards Grove Middle School's student population of 262 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howards Grove Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howards Grove Middle School is 0.19, 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
#320 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
90%
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
9%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howards Grove Middle School's ranking?
Howards Grove Middle School is ranked #320 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Howards Grove Middle School?
262 students attend Howards Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Howards Grove Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howards Grove Middle School?
Howards Grove Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Howards Grove Middle School offer ?
Howards Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Howards Grove Middle School part of?
Howards Grove Middle School is part of Howards Grove School District.
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