Serving 80 students in grades 9-12, Alma High School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alma High's attendance zone covers the entire Alma school district, encompassing approximately 138.5 square miles in Alma, WI. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 14.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alma High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Alma High School's student population of 80 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
80 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alma High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alma High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#488 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alma High School's ranking?
Alma High School is ranked #488 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Alma High School often compared to?
Alma High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cochrane-fountain City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alma High School?
The graduation rate of Alma High School is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Alma High School?
80 students attend Alma High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Alma High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alma High School?
Alma High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alma High School offer ?
Alma High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alma High School part of?
Alma High School is part of Alma School District.
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