Serving 421 students in grades 5-8, Somerset Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 51% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somerset Middle School's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Somerset 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 Somerset Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#623 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
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
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Middle School's ranking?
Somerset Middle School is ranked #623 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Somerset Middle School often compared to?
Somerset Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saint Croix Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Somerset Middle School?
421 students attend Somerset Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Somerset Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset Middle School?
Somerset Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Somerset Middle School offer ?
Somerset Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Somerset Middle School part of?
Somerset Middle School is part of Somerset School District.
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