Birchwood High School

300 S Wilson St
Birchwood, WI 54817
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 66 students in grades 9-12, Birchwood 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 <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 66 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Birchwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

Birchwood High School's student population of 66 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Motto
Individually Unique-Together Complete
School Mascot
Bobcats

School Rankings

Birchwood 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 Birchwood High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#457 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
<50%
40%
<50%
38%
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Bobcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Birchwood High School's ranking?
Birchwood High School is ranked #457 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Birchwood High School?
The graduation rate of Birchwood High School is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Birchwood High School?
66 students attend Birchwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Birchwood High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birchwood High School?
Birchwood High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Birchwood High School offer ?
Birchwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Birchwood High School part of?
Birchwood High School is part of Birchwood School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 66 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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