Serving 92 students in grades 6-12, Butternut 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 11-19% (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 8:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Butternut High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Butternut, WI, encompassing approximately 232.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 9.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 20.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butternut High School's student population of 92 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
92 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Butternut 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 Butternut High School is 0.10, 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
#1694 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butternut High School's ranking?
Butternut High School is ranked #1694 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Butternut High School often compared to?
Butternut High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland High School, Mellen Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% 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 Butternut High School?
The graduation rate of Butternut High School is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Butternut High School?
92 students attend Butternut High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Butternut High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butternut High School?
Butternut High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Butternut High School offer ?
Butternut High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Butternut High School part of?
Butternut High School is part of Butternut School District.
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