Serving 531 students in grades 6-8, Indian Mound Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Mound Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Indian Mound Middle School's student population of 531 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Mound 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 Indian Mound Middle School is 0.32, 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
#636 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Indian Mound Middle School's ranking?
Indian Mound Middle School is ranked #636 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Indian Mound Middle School?
531 students attend Indian Mound Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Indian Mound Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Mound Middle School?
Indian Mound Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Mound Middle School offer ?
Indian Mound Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Mound Middle School part of?
Indian Mound Middle School is part of Mcfarland School District.
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