Serving 209 students in grades 6-8, Southern Door 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 46% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Door Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Southern Door Middle School's student population of 209 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southern Door Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Door Middle School is 0.20, 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
#828 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Door Middle School's ranking?
Southern Door Middle School is ranked #828 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Southern Door Middle School often compared to?
Southern Door Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sevastopol Middle School, Walker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Southern Door Middle School?
209 students attend Southern Door Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Southern Door Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Door Middle School?
Southern Door Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southern Door Middle School offer ?
Southern Door Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Door Middle School part of?
Southern Door Middle School is part of Southern Door County School District.
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