Serving 1,262 students in grades 9-12, Homestead High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homestead High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Homestead High School's student population of 1,262 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homestead High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homestead High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#236 out of 1984 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
9%
9%
White
73%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homestead High School's ranking?
Homestead High School is ranked #236 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Homestead High School often compared to?
Homestead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedarburg High School, Grafton High School, Nicolet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homestead High School?
The graduation rate of Homestead High School is 98%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Homestead High School?
1,262 students attend Homestead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Homestead High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homestead High School?
Homestead High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Homestead High School offer ?
Homestead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Homestead High School part of?
Homestead High School is part of Mequon-Thiensville School District.
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