For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 719 students in West Bend, WI.
The top-ranked public middle school in West Bend, WI is Badger Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Bend, WI public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in West Bend have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in West Bend, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Badger Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
727 S 6th Ave
West Bend, WI 53095
(262) 335-5456
West Bend, WI 53095
(262) 335-5456
Gr: 7-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Washington Street School
Alternative School
500 Rolfs Road
West Bend, WI 53095
(262) 335-5409
West Bend, WI 53095
(262) 335-5409
Gr: 4-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in West Bend, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in West Bend, WI include Badger Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in West Bend?
2 public middle schools are located in West Bend.
What is the racial composition of students in West Bend?
West Bend public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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