The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 37%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students (17-18)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
37%
Black
(17-18)100%
9%
Eligible for Free Lunch (14-15)
76%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% WI state average).
How many students attend Innovative And Alternative Middle School?
1 students attend Innovative And Alternative Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Innovative And Alternative Middle School students are Black.
What grades does Innovative And Alternative Middle School offer ?
Innovative And Alternative Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Innovative And Alternative Middle School part of?
Innovative And Alternative Middle School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Innovative And Alternative Middle School located?
Innovative And Alternative Middle School is located in the Tenney Lapham neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 3 other public schools located in Tenney Lapham.
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