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Butler Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 990 students

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Posted October 6, 2006

My oldest son attended Butler, the experience was very positive. We had a number of challenges to overcome in 8th grade, injuries and a death in our family, The school was very compassionate, the guidance staff always available and helpful. The principal is a very kind and understanding to our special needs. The school worked with unusual circumstances and understands that we don't always have to fit the mold. The teachers were positive, the school is safe. The school always worked for best outcome for the student. Very positive experience.
—Submitted by a parent


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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.

301 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2012.

301 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
n/a
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.

309 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
82%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2012.

309 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
89%
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.

304 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
58%
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.

305 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
76%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2012.

305 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
84%
Science

The state average for Science was 82% in 2012.

304 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
81%
Social Studies

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

304 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
82%
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 Students75%
Female76%
Male75%
Black, not of Hispanic origin45%
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic59%
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin80%
Economically disadvantaged53%
Not economically disadvantaged84%
Students with disabilities34%
Non-disabled81%
English learners23%
Proficient in English79%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant75%

Reading

All Students85%
Female83%
Male85%
Black, not of Hispanic origin67%
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic67%
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin89%
Economically disadvantaged63%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilities52%
Non-disabled88%
English learners32%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
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 Students77%
Female76%
Male78%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islander67%
Hispanic45%
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin83%
Economically disadvantaged62%
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Students with disabilities23%
Non-disabled85%
English learners27%
Proficient in English81%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant77%

Reading

All Students84%
Female86%
Male81%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islander83%
Hispanic47%
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin89%
Economically disadvantaged70%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Students with disabilities33%
Non-disabled91%
English learners32%
Proficient in English87%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant84%
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 Students63%
Female73%
Male55%
Black, not of Hispanic origin38%
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic42%
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin67%
Economically disadvantaged44%
Not economically disadvantaged70%
Students with disabilities8%
Non-disabled69%
English learners25%
Proficient in English65%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant63%

Math

All Students83%
Female86%
Male82%
Black, not of Hispanic origin88%
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic70%
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin85%
Economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Students with disabilities32%
Non-disabled88%
English learners50%
Proficient in English85%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant83%

Reading

All Students84%
Female88%
Male80%
Black, not of Hispanic origin75%
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic70%
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin86%
Economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Students with disabilities48%
Non-disabled87%
English learners50%
Proficient in English86%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant84%

Science

All Students79%
Female82%
Male77%
Black, not of Hispanic origin62%
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic51%
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin84%
Economically disadvantaged63%
Not economically disadvantaged85%
Students with disabilities28%
Non-disabled84%
English learners8%
Proficient in English82%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant79%

Social Studies

All Students85%
Female85%
Male84%
Black, not of Hispanic origin75%
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic73%
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin87%
Economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Students with disabilities48%
Non-disabled88%
English learners75%
Proficient in English85%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
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 77% 74%
Hispanic 13% 10%
Asian 4% 4%
Black, not Hispanic 4% 10%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 1% 1%
Multiracial 1% 2%
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 5%N/A6%
Disabled students 9%N/A14%
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 31%N/A39%
Source: WI Dept. of Public Instruction, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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310 N Hine Ave
Waukesha, WI 53188
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Phone: (262) 970-2905

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