Serving 977 students in grades 6-8, John Muir Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 37% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 977 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Muir Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John Muir Middle School's student population of 977 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
977 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John Muir 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 John Muir Middle School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1078 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
61%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Muir Middle School's ranking?
John Muir Middle School is ranked #1078 out of 1,991 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend John Muir Middle School?
977 students attend John Muir Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of John Muir Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Muir Middle School?
John Muir Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Muir Middle School offer ?
John Muir Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John Muir Middle School part of?
John Muir Middle School is part of Wausau School District.
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