Serving 325 students in grades 6-8, Denmark Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denmark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Denmark Middle School's student population of 325 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Denmark Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denmark Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#882 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
90%
67%
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
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denmark Middle School's ranking?
Denmark Middle School is ranked #882 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Denmark Middle School?
325 students attend Denmark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Denmark Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denmark Middle School?
Denmark Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Denmark Middle School offer ?
Denmark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Denmark Middle School part of?
Denmark Middle School is part of Denmark School District.
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