O'KEEFFE MIDDLE SCHOOL

O'Keeffe Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Madison Metropolitan School District school district, located in Madison, WI with about 470 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 38 teachers, O'Keeffe Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

O'Keeffe Middle School is located in the heart of the Marquette neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin. As part of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), the school serves a diverse student body, fostering an environment that prioritizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. The school is known for its strong connection to the local neighborhood and its commitment to providing a supportive, inclusive atmosphere for students in grades 6 through 8.

The school’s curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and prepares students for the transition to high school by offering a range of core academic subjects alongside elective opportunities, such as the arts and technology. By leveraging its location near the isthmus, O'Keeffe often integrates community-based learning into its culture, encouraging students to be active participants in the wider Madison area. For families seeking more specific information on enrollment, school calendars, or academic programs, the district’s official website serves as the primary resource for updates and administrative details.

For more information, contact O'Keeffe Middle at (608) 204-6820 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

510 S Thornton Ave
Madison, WI 53703-3793
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O'KEEFFE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Madison, WI with about 470 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
470
Teachers:
38.66
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 470 students

White
45.5%
Black or African American
20.0%
Hispanic/Latino
17.9%
Two or more races
9.4%
Asian
6.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.