Serving 567 students in grades 5-8, Marinette 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 27% (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 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marinette Middle School's student population of 567 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marinette 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 Marinette Middle School is 0.29, 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
#1559 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
84%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Marinette Middle School's ranking?
Marinette Middle School is ranked #1559 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?
27% 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 Marinette Middle School?
567 students attend Marinette Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Marinette Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marinette Middle School?
Marinette Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marinette Middle School offer ?
Marinette Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marinette Middle School part of?
Marinette Middle School is part of Marinette School District.
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