Berlin High School is a public high school located in Berlin, Wisconsin. The school educates about 600 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Berlin Area School District. The school's mascot is the Indians. It replaced the former high school, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Serving 441 students in grades 9-12, Berlin 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berlin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Berlin High School's student population of 441 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Green, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berlin 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 Berlin High School is 0.38, 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
#1179 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
77%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berlin High School's ranking?
Berlin High School is ranked #1179 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Berlin High School often compared to?
Berlin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Lake 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berlin High School?
The graduation rate of Berlin High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Berlin High School?
441 students attend Berlin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Berlin High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berlin High School?
Berlin High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Berlin High School offer ?
Berlin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berlin High School part of?
Berlin High School is part of Berlin Area School District.
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