Serving 503 students in grades 6-8, Mount Horeb 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 46% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Horeb Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Horeb Middle School's student population of 503 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
503 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Horeb Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Horeb Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#553 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
89%
66%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Horeb Middle School's ranking?
Mount Horeb Middle School is ranked #553 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Mount Horeb Middle School often compared to?
Mount Horeb Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toki Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Mount Horeb Middle School?
503 students attend Mount Horeb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mount Horeb Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Mount Horeb Middle School?
Mount Horeb Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mount Horeb Middle School offer ?
Mount Horeb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Horeb Middle School part of?
Mount Horeb Middle School is part of Mount Horeb Area School District.
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