Serving 587 students in grades 6-8, Wilson 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 21% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 58% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wilson Middle School's student population of 587 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
587 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson Middle School is 0.74, 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
#1708 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
9%
9%
White
42%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Middle School's ranking?
Wilson Middle School is ranked #1708 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Wilson Middle School?
587 students attend Wilson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Wilson Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Middle School?
Wilson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Middle School offer ?
Wilson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilson Middle School part of?
Wilson Middle School is part of Appleton Area School District.
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