Serving 514 students in grades 6-8, Farnsworth 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 22% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 63% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farnsworth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Farnsworth Middle School's student population of 514 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farnsworth Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farnsworth Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1649 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
4%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
9%
9%
White
37%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farnsworth Middle School's ranking?
Farnsworth Middle School is ranked #1649 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Farnsworth Middle School often compared to?
Farnsworth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urban Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Farnsworth Middle School?
514 students attend Farnsworth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Farnsworth Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farnsworth Middle School?
Farnsworth Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farnsworth Middle School offer ?
Farnsworth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Farnsworth Middle School part of?
Farnsworth Middle School is part of Sheboygan Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Farnsworth Middle School located?
Farnsworth Middle School is located in the Farnsworth neighborhood of Sheboygan, WI.
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