Serving 555 students in grades 7-8, Marshfield Middle School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower 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 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marshfield Middle School's student population of 555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Marshfield 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 Marshfield Middle School is 0.26, which is less 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
#934 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
3%
4%

Hispanic
8%
14%

Black
1%
9%

White
86%
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
34%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshfield Middle School's ranking?
Marshfield Middle School is ranked #934 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?
34% 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 Marshfield Middle School?
555 students attend Marshfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Marshfield Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshfield Middle School?
Marshfield Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshfield Middle School offer ?
Marshfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshfield Middle School part of?
Marshfield Middle School is part of Marshfield Unified School District.
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