Serving 749 students in grades 6-8, New Richmond Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 8% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Richmond Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Richmond Middle School's student population of 749 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Richmond Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Richmond Middle School is 0.15, 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
#431 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 New Richmond Middle School's ranking?
New Richmond Middle School is ranked #431 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend New Richmond Middle School?
749 students attend New Richmond Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of New Richmond Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Richmond Middle School?
New Richmond Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Richmond Middle School offer ?
New Richmond Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Richmond Middle School part of?
New Richmond Middle School is part of New Richmond School District.
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