Serving 153 students in grades 9-12, Southwestern Wisconsin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwestern Wisconsin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Southwestern Wisconsin High School's student population of 153 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwestern Wisconsin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwestern Wisconsin High School is 0.06, 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
#917 out of 1984 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
97%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Southwestern Wisconsin High School's ranking?
Southwestern Wisconsin High School is ranked #917 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwestern Wisconsin High School?
The graduation rate of Southwestern Wisconsin High School is 90%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Southwestern Wisconsin High School?
153 students attend Southwestern Wisconsin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Southwestern Wisconsin High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwestern Wisconsin High School?
Southwestern Wisconsin High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southwestern Wisconsin High School offer ?
Southwestern Wisconsin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southwestern Wisconsin High School part of?
Southwestern Wisconsin High School is part of Southwestern Wisconsin School District.
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