Best 53901 Wisconsin Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 422 students in 53901, WI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 53901, WI is Wayne Bartels Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 53901 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 53901, WI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53901, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayne Bartels Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2505 New Pinery Rd
Portage, WI 53901
(608) 742-2165
Gr: 6-8 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 53901, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53901, WI include Wayne Bartels Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 53901?
1 public middle schools are located in 53901.
What is the racial composition of students in 53901?
53901 public middle schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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