Serving 763 students in grades 7-8, Gerritts 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 56% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gerritts Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gerritts Middle School's student population of 763 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gerritts Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gerritts Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#209 out of 1984 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
88%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gerritts Middle School's ranking?
Gerritts Middle School is ranked #209 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Gerritts Middle School?
763 students attend Gerritts Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Gerritts Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gerritts Middle School?
Gerritts Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gerritts Middle School offer ?
Gerritts Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gerritts Middle School part of?
Gerritts Middle School is part of Kimberly Area School District.
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