Serving 462 students in grades 4-8, Mcneel Intermediate 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 6% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcneel Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mcneel Intermediate's student population of 462 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcneel Intermediate 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 Mcneel Intermediate is 0.72, 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
#1869 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
30%
14%
Black
22%
9%
White
36%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcneel Intermediate's ranking?
Mcneel Intermediate is ranked #1869 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Mcneel Intermediate often compared to?
Mcneel Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Cunningham Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Mcneel Intermediate?
462 students attend Mcneel Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Mcneel Intermediate students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcneel Intermediate?
Mcneel Intermediate has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcneel Intermediate offer ?
Mcneel Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcneel Intermediate part of?
Mcneel Intermediate is part of Beloit School District.
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