Serving 551 students in grades 9-12, Altoona High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Altoona High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Altoona school district, covering approximately 14.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altoona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Altoona High School's student population of 551 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
551 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Altoona 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 Altoona High School is 0.32, 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
#556 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Altoona High School's ranking?
Altoona High School is ranked #556 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Altoona High School often compared to?
Altoona High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial High School, North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Altoona High School?
The graduation rate of Altoona High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Altoona High School?
551 students attend Altoona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Altoona High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altoona High School?
Altoona High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Altoona High School offer ?
Altoona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Altoona High School part of?
Altoona High School is part of Altoona School District.
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