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Mount Horeb Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 540 students

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Posted February 9, 2011

I teach middle school in a nearby district, and my oldest is currently in 8th grade. I continue to be impressed by the caliber of teachers that are in the Mt. Horeb Middle School. There are a very small few that probably should retire, as it is obvious that their heart just isn't in it--- but there probably aren't many places that don't have that issue! Most of my son's teachers are committed to ensuring my son enters high school as prepared as he can be. They hold him accountable for his responsibilities, and on the same token, they are compassionate and I have no doubt that they truly care about his success. The staff is approachable and friendly, and I would not hesitate to recommend enrolling my children again.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 11, 2010

I teach here and the students are awesome!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 11, 2010

The kids are great, their parents supportive of the kids and the school, and the staff is professional and fun to work with!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 3, 2009

With terrific students and parent support, this middle school works hard to reach and care for every student who walks through the door.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 25, 2008

its a areally good school. i mean yeah sure theres alot of cliques but that goes for every school. we have great teachers (with a few exceptions. trust me i know) most have been teaching at this school for a very long time and they know there stuff.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 11, 2008

Very clique-y, good-old-boys kind of environment. A few good teachers - but for the most part - if you don't originally hail from that area, you don't feel welcome. Much more focused on sports than on education
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 6, 2008

a good school! my daughter fits in so well. the kids are great, and not really clique - y
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 19, 2008

Great school! Very good teachers and staff.
—Submitted by a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

187 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
88%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2012.

187 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
92%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.

See Wisconsin's state standards

Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2012.

154 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
91%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2012.

154 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.

See Wisconsin's state standards

Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Language Arts

The state average for Language Arts was 66% in 2012.

166 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
70%

2010

 
 
71%
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.

166 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
84%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2012.

166 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
89%
Science

The state average for Science was 82% in 2012.

166 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
83%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 82% in 2012.

166 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
90%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.

See Wisconsin's state standards

Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students90%
Female94%
Male86%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin91%
Economically disadvantaged72%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilities50%
Non-disabled97%
English learnersn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%

Reading

All Students94%
Female94%
Male94%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin93%
Economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities67%
Non-disabled98%
English learnersn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.

The different student groups are identified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group. Subgroup scores for each school are only reported for students who were enrolled as of the fall enrollment count. The All students score includes results for all students who took the test, regardless of when they first enrolled in the school.

See Wisconsin's state standards

Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students94%
Female96%
Male93%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin96%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilities72%
Non-disabled98%
English learnersn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%

Reading

All Students96%
Female98%
Male95%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin97%
Economically disadvantaged96%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilities78%
Non-disabled98%
English learnersn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.

The different student groups are identified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group. Subgroup scores for each school are only reported for students who were enrolled as of the fall enrollment count. The All students score includes results for all students who took the test, regardless of when they first enrolled in the school.

See Wisconsin's state standards

Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Language Arts

All Students70%
Female75%
Male64%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin70%
Economically disadvantaged41%
Not economically disadvantaged74%
Students with disabilities33%
Non-disabled77%
English learnersn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant70%

Math

All Students88%
Female93%
Male84%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin90%
Economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilities60%
Non-disabled95%
English learnersn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%

Reading

All Students91%
Female94%
Male89%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin92%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilities70%
Non-disabled96%
English learnersn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%

Science

All Students88%
Female87%
Male88%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin89%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Students with disabilities67%
Non-disabled93%
English learnersn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%

Social Studies

All Students88%
Female90%
Male86%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin89%
Economically disadvantaged72%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilities63%
Non-disabled93%
English learnersn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.

The different student groups are identified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group. Subgroup scores for each school are only reported for students who were enrolled as of the fall enrollment count. The All students score includes results for all students who took the test, regardless of when they first enrolled in the school.

See Wisconsin's state standards

Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White, not Hispanic 93% 74%
Black, not Hispanic 2% 10%
Hispanic 2% 10%
Asian 1% 4%
Multiracial 1% 2%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander N/A 0%
Source: WI Dept. of Public Instruction, 2011-2012

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 1%N/A6%
Disabled students 15%N/A14%
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 13%N/A39%
Source: WI Dept. of Public Instruction, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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900 E Garfield St
Mount Horeb, WI 53572
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Phone: (608) 437-2400

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