Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District
- MIDDLETON, WI
School District
Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District
- MIDDLETON, WI
- Rating 4.23 out of 5 71 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade B
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A+
- Administrationgrade A minus
- Sportsgrade A+
- Foodgrade B
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade A
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
60%
Percent Proficient - Math
64%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1380
109 responses
Average ACT
29
738 responses
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Students
Diversity
grade B
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
7,410
Free or Reduced Lunch
16.8%
Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$66,180
Teachers in First/Second Year
8.5%
Finances
Expenses Per Student
$12,616 / student
National
$12,239- Cost of Livinggrade C+
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade B
Median Household Income
$78,537
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,170
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$395,000
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$244,900Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District Reviews
Rating 4.23 out of 5 71 reviews
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The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School district is the only school district I've ever known, but that doesn't mean I can't tell it is one of the best districts in the state. There are many excellent teachers at the high school, especially in the advanced and STEM classes. For example, every one of my math teachers has been encouraging, inspiring, and phenomenal in all respects. Additionally, the music program is amazing, with many different class options and bands that preform across the country in many competitions. I am an enthusiastic member of the school's top jazz band, which has performed in the Essentially Ellington Competition. The culture in the music program has made my high school experience amazing, with many students that appreciate both music and each other. My experiences in elementary and middle schools were just as rewarding. Of course, the district isn't perfect, with some administration and diversity issues. But overall, it is a great place for students to thrive.
My experience with the Middleton-Cross Plains area school district has been a bit of a rollercoaster. As student-athlete, we are held to a higher standard than other students. Admin likes to advocate that there are extra resources available to us, but they are near impossible to find. Secondly, there is a large lack of responsiveness by the administration when you reach out with any kind of questions. The district constantly promotes its "inclusive environment" yet as students, we all struggle to see the efforts that the district is advocating for. In the high school, we have an extremely harsh hallway policy, the administration will stop you if you are without a pass. Yet, as a privileged white student, I am hardly ever stopped. My African American counterparts seem as though there is an administrative officer upon them as soon as they step out of the classroom- even if they have a pass. This is just one example of how the "inclusive environment" at MHS is failing.
MHS has a wide variety of opportunities for students which is great. Sports are definitely a big component of the school culture and the fine arts program is awesome too! There are tons of clubs and you can always start your own club if you can’t find one that fits your interests. Most of the teachers are really strong and genuinely care about their students. The academics and extracurriculars are really good, but the school culture could definitely improve. Middleton is highly competitive and very big/overcrowded. This year was pretty rough with having a new principal (who is great!) but there were a few issues and then the whole transition to online learning which has caught everyone off guard.