Westosha Central High School is a public high school located in the village of Paddock Lake, Wisconsin, United States, near the border of the village of Salem Lakes.
Serving 1,309 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Salem, WI, encompassing approximately 140.5 square miles. Families typically enjoy a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 1,309 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.30, 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
#831 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
24%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #831 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilmot High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 96%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Central High School?
1,309 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Central High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Westosha Central UHS School District.
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