Black River Falls Middle vs Ellsworth Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Wisconsin, United States, 137 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Black River Falls Middle
Black River Falls · Public middle · Grades 6–8
327 students
Ellsworth Middle
Ellsworth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
325 students
| Measure | Black River Falls Middle Black River Falls, Wisconsin | Ellsworth Middle Ellsworth, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #336 of 359 | #128 of 359 |
| National rank | #12216 of 15,369 | #5118 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 327 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 327 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.1% | 27.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 40% |
| city | Black River Falls | Ellsworth |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ellsworth Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.6 vs 28.4).
- •Ellsworth Middle does better on math proficiency (40% vs 22%).
- •Ellsworth Middle does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 26%).
- •Ellsworth Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.4% vs 62.1%).
- •Ellsworth Middle does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.1).
- •Black River Falls Middle is the larger school with 327 students compared with 325.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Black River Falls Middle better than Ellsworth Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ellsworth Middle ranks higher (61.6 vs 28.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Black River Falls Middle and Ellsworth Middle?
About 137 km in a straight line, between Black River Falls and Ellsworth in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black River Falls Middle: 327. Ellsworth Middle: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black River Falls Middle and Ellsworth Middle rank in Wisconsin?
Black River Falls Middle is 336th of 359 and Ellsworth Middle is 128th of 359 among middle schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).