Serving 329 students in grades 6-8, South Park Middle School 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 27% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Park Middle School's student population of 329 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
South Park Middle School 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 South Park Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1565 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
6%
9%
White
70%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Park Middle School's ranking?
South Park Middle School is ranked #1565 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are South Park Middle School often compared to?
South Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vel Phillips Middle School, Tipler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend South Park Middle School?
329 students attend South Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of South Park Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Park Middle School?
South Park Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Park Middle School offer ?
South Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Park Middle School part of?
South Park Middle School is part of Oshkosh Area School District.
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