Serving 50 students in grades 6-8, Seneca Junior High 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Seneca Junior High School's student population of 50 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seneca Junior High 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 Seneca Junior High School is 0.08, 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
#898 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
96%
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
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Junior High School's ranking?
Seneca Junior High School is ranked #898 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Seneca Junior High School?
50 students attend Seneca Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Seneca Junior High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seneca Junior High School?
Seneca Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Seneca Junior High School offer ?
Seneca Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Seneca Junior High School part of?
Seneca Junior High School is part of Seneca Area School District.
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