Bradford High School is a high school located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, United States, that serves students in grades 9 to 12. It is the main high school for students on the north side of the city.
Serving 1,448 students in grades 9-12, Bradford 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 9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bradford High School's student population of 1,448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Motto
'Every Kid, Every Day'
School Rankings
Bradford 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 Bradford High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1675 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
41%
14%
Black
21%
9%
White
31%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford High School's ranking?
Bradford High School is ranked #1675 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Bradford High School often compared to?
Bradford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Trail High School And Academy, Tremper High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bradford High School?
The graduation rate of Bradford High School is 78%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bradford High School?
1,448 students attend Bradford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bradford High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bradford High School?
Bradford High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bradford High School offer ?
Bradford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bradford High School part of?
Bradford High School is part of Kenosha School District.
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