Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Darlington Elementary Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darlington Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Darlington Elementary Middle School's student population of 636 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
636 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
Campus Size
46 acres
School Motto
A Tradition of Pride
School Rankings
Darlington Elementary Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darlington Elementary Middle School is 0.47, which is less 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
#567 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
35%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
64%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
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 Darlington Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Darlington Elementary Middle School is ranked #567 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Darlington Elementary Middle School?
636 students attend Darlington Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Darlington Elementary Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Darlington Elementary Middle School?
Darlington Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Darlington Elementary Middle School offer ?
Darlington Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Darlington Elementary Middle School part of?
Darlington Elementary Middle School is part of Darlington Community School District.
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