Serving 602 students in grades 7-8, De Forest 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 43% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
De Forest Middle School's student population of 602 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
De Forest Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of De Forest Middle School is 0.35, 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
#901 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
80%
66%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Forest Middle School's ranking?
De Forest Middle School is ranked #901 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend De Forest Middle School?
602 students attend De Forest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of De Forest Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of De Forest Middle School?
De Forest Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does De Forest Middle School offer ?
De Forest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is De Forest Middle School part of?
De Forest Middle School is part of De Forest Area School District.
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