Serving 409 students in grades 6-8, Steffen 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 59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steffen 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
Steffen Middle School's student population of 409 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Steffen 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 Steffen Middle School is 0.45, 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
#207 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
6%
9%
White
73%
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
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Steffen Middle School's ranking?
Steffen Middle School is ranked #207 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Steffen Middle School often compared to?
Steffen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Shore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Steffen Middle School?
409 students attend Steffen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Steffen Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steffen Middle School?
Steffen Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steffen Middle School offer ?
Steffen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Steffen Middle School part of?
Steffen Middle School is part of Mequon-Thiensville School District.
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