Arcadia High School is a high school in Arcadia, Wisconsin, USA. The school is in a very rural area, and the Arcadia School District covers approximately 211 square miles, drawing students from both Trempealeau and Buffalo counties.
Serving 413 students in grades 9-12, Arcadia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcadia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arcadia High School's student population of 413 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arcadia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcadia High School is 0.45, 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
#1677 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
67%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
32%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcadia High School's ranking?
Arcadia High School is ranked #1677 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Arcadia High School often compared to?
Arcadia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence High School, Abbotsford Middle/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arcadia High School?
The graduation rate of Arcadia High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Arcadia High School?
413 students attend Arcadia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Arcadia High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arcadia High School?
Arcadia High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arcadia High School offer ?
Arcadia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arcadia High School part of?
Arcadia High School is part of Arcadia School District.
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