Serving 187 students in grades 6-12, Rio Middle/high ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Middle/high ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Rio Middle/high's student population of 187 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Rio Middle/high ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Middle/high is 0.17, which is less 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
#1381 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Middle/high's ranking?
Rio Middle/high is ranked #1381 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Rio Middle/high often compared to?
Rio Middle/highis often viewed alongside schools like Pardeeville Middle School, Columbus Middle School, Pardeeville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rio Middle/high?
The graduation rate of Rio Middle/high is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rio Middle/high?
187 students attend Rio Middle/high.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Rio Middle/high students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Middle/high?
Rio Middle/high has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rio Middle/high offer ?
Rio Middle/high offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rio Middle/high part of?
Rio Middle/high is part of Rio Community School District.
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