BADGER ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Badger Rock Middle is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Madison Metropolitan School District school district, located in Madison, WI with about 88 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 10 teachers, Badger Rock Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Badger Rock Middle School, located in Madison, Wisconsin, is a unique public school that operates as part of the Madison Metropolitan School District. Founded on a philosophy of "place-based education," the school distinguishes itself by integrating its surrounding community and the natural environment directly into the curriculum. This approach encourages students to engage with real-world problems and civic projects, fostering a sense of responsibility and stewardship toward their neighborhood and the broader Madison area.

The school is particularly notable for its focus on sustainability and project-based learning. The facility itself is designed as a living laboratory, featuring energy-efficient infrastructure and an onsite garden that serves as a core component of the student experience. By blending rigorous academic standards with hands-on, experiential learning, Badger Rock aims to prepare students not only for high school success but also to become active, informed citizens who are capable of addressing environmental and social challenges in their community.

For more information, contact Badger Rock Middle at (608) 442-1335 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.