Serving 439 students in grades 6-8, O'keeffe 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 40% (which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than 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 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
O'keeffe Middle School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1939
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
O'keeffe 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 O'keeffe Middle School is 0.67, 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
#846 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
19%
9%
White
52%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sharks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is O'keeffe Middle School's ranking?
O'keeffe Middle School is ranked #846 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are O'keeffe Middle School often compared to?
O'keeffe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Harbor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend O'keeffe Middle School?
439 students attend O'keeffe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of O'keeffe Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of O'keeffe Middle School?
O'keeffe Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does O'keeffe Middle School offer ?
O'keeffe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is O'keeffe Middle School part of?
O'keeffe Middle School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is O'keeffe Middle School located?
O'keeffe Middle School is located in the Marquette neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Marquette.
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