Serving 501 students in grades 7-8, West De Pere Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West De Pere Middle School's student population of 501 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West De Pere 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 West De Pere Middle School is 0.40, 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
#785 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
77%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West De Pere Middle School's ranking?
West De Pere Middle School is ranked #785 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are West De Pere Middle School often compared to?
West De Pere Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luxemburg-casco Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend West De Pere Middle School?
501 students attend West De Pere Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West De Pere Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West De Pere Middle School?
West De Pere Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West De Pere Middle School offer ?
West De Pere Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West De Pere Middle School part of?
West De Pere Middle School is part of West De Pere School District.
School Reviews
5 11/9/2010
I go/went to the school myself! I think the teachers are really nice. They have quite a few dances, which makes school even more fun! Me? I love it!
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