Serving 526 students in grades 6-8, Cherokee Heights 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 30% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Cherokee Heights Middle School's student population of 526 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Learn.
School Rankings
Cherokee Heights 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 Cherokee Heights Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1124 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
41%
14%
Black
11%
9%
White
37%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Heights Middle School's ranking?
Cherokee Heights Middle School is ranked #1124 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Heights Middle School?
526 students attend Cherokee Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Cherokee Heights Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherokee Heights Middle School?
Cherokee Heights Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cherokee Heights Middle School offer ?
Cherokee Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherokee Heights Middle School part of?
Cherokee Heights Middle School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Cherokee Heights Middle School located?
Cherokee Heights Middle School is located in the Crawford Marlborough Nakoma neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Crawford Marlborough Nakoma.
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