Serving 223 students in grades 6-8, Walker Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Walker Middle School's student population of 223 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walker 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 Walker Middle School is 0.42, 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
#500 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
75%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 Walker Middle School's ranking?
Walker Middle School is ranked #500 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Walker Middle School often compared to?
Walker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sevastopol Middle School, Southern Door Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Walker Middle School?
223 students attend Walker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Walker Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walker Middle School?
Walker Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walker Middle School offer ?
Walker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walker Middle School part of?
Walker Middle School is part of Sturgeon Bay School District.
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