Serving 558 students in grades 6-8, Urban Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 56% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Urban Middle School's student population of 558 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Urban Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urban Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1436 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
44%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Urban Middle School's ranking?
Urban Middle School is ranked #1436 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Urban Middle School often compared to?
Urban Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horace Mann Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Urban Middle School?
558 students attend Urban Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Urban Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urban Middle School?
Urban Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Urban Middle School offer ?
Urban Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urban Middle School part of?
Urban Middle School is part of Sheboygan Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Middle School located?
Urban Middle School is located in the Raider neighborhood of Sheboygan, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Raider.
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