Serving 116 students in grades 9-12, Bruce 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bruce High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bruce, WI school district, covering approximately 271.4 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 11.2 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 19 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bruce High School's student population of 116 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
116 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bruce 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 Bruce High School is 0.12, 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
#1589 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
14%
White
94%
66%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruce High School's ranking?
Bruce High School is ranked #1589 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Bruce High School often compared to?
Bruce High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flambeau High School, Ladysmith High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bruce High School?
The graduation rate of Bruce High School is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Bruce High School?
116 students attend Bruce High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bruce High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bruce High School?
Bruce High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bruce High School offer ?
Bruce High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bruce High School part of?
Bruce High School is part of Bruce School District.
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