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John Muir Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 937 students

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4 stars

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Posted June 17, 2012

John Muir is a great school. I've been there just 2 years of my school years. There is many activities that have grown that you/your child may participate in. I am very pleased to say I was a student there. Great school and everything, so much great things. Towards the end of each school year, every grade level always celebrated something fun. 8th grader, depending how their maturity, go to Wisconsin Dells, 7th Grader go to the Aquatic Center, it's just for them no public. &Lastly, the 6th grader go have fun Swimming and the Boys&Girls Club. John Muir has excellent hard-working teachers who are willing to put their time and effort everyday to make your child/you a better person. Since over the years the school has developed to create more programs for students. Such as High Math Classes, Science Classes, and Reading/English Classes. John Muir in many ways has changed me, shape me to be who I am today. The staff there are so loving and understanding, they always will listen to you or what you have to say. If you have an idea, tell the teacher! They are willing to make things happen. "The sun shines not only on us but in us." John Muir -Highlanders. Great things about this school.


Posted November 8, 2005

This year there is a new principal so the jury is still out on how he will lead the school and what kind of environment he will create. We have now been a part of the school for 3 years. Under the previous leadership I was very pleased with the school environment. There are many opportunities for involvement and a high standard of expectation. I am pleased with the enriched curriculum they have with English and Math, however, I have been disappointed that a similar program is not offered for science. The variety of music programs offered is remarkable. Outside of it's regular band and choir the school offers a pop jazz choir and a jazz band. Students can participate in State music honors, participate in 'Sing Wisconsin' and participate in a statewide solo ensemble. The teachers are committed and work hard to make it a great school.
—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.

289 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
80%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2012.

289 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
88%
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.

298 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
85%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2012.

298 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
88%

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.

283 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
77%
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.

283 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
85%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2012.

283 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 82% in 2012.

283 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
82%
Social Studies

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

283 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
85%

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

Math

All Students79%
Female79%
Male79%
Black, not of Hispanic origin82%
Asian/Pacific Islander69%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin83%
Economically disadvantaged67%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Students with disabilities43%
Non-disabled85%
English learners62%
Proficient in English82%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant79%

Reading

All Students87%
Female90%
Male83%
Black, not of Hispanic origin81%
Asian/Pacific Islander73%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin91%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilities46%
Non-disabled93%
English learners70%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant87%
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 Students84%
Female89%
Male80%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islander93%
Hispanic57%
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin84%
Economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilities30%
Non-disabled93%
English learners87%
Proficient in English83%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant84%

Reading

All Students89%
Female95%
Male86%
Black, not of Hispanic originn/a
Asian/Pacific Islander95%
Hispanic86%
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin89%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilities53%
Non-disabled96%
English learners91%
Proficient in English89%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
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%
Female77%
Male66%
Black, not of Hispanic origin75%
Asian/Pacific Islander60%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin75%
Economically disadvantaged60%
Not economically disadvantaged79%
Students with disabilities29%
Non-disabled77%
English learners47%
Proficient in English76%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant70%

Math

All Students81%
Female77%
Male83%
Black, not of Hispanic origin84%
Asian/Pacific Islander77%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin83%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged85%
Students with disabilities46%
Non-disabled86%
English learners66%
Proficient in English83%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant81%

Reading

All Students87%
Female90%
Male86%
Black, not of Hispanic origin75%
Asian/Pacific Islander81%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin90%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Students with disabilities34%
Non-disabled96%
English learners79%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant87%

Science

All Students81%
Female81%
Male82%
Black, not of Hispanic origin84%
Asian/Pacific Islander65%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin87%
Economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Students with disabilities43%
Non-disabled87%
English learners58%
Proficient in English86%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant81%

Social Studies

All Students85%
Female86%
Male83%
Black, not of Hispanic origin75%
Asian/Pacific Islander75%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White, not of Hispanic origin88%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Students with disabilities40%
Non-disabled91%
English learners70%
Proficient in English87%
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 74% 74%
Asian 17% 4%
Hispanic 3% 10%
Multiracial 3% 2%
Black, not Hispanic 2% 10%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 1% 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 17%N/A6%
Disabled students 14%N/A14%
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 43%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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1400 Stewart Avenue
Wausau, WI 54401
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