Serving 1,537 students in grades 9-12, Craig 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 23% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Craig High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Craig High School's student population of 1,537 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Craig High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Craig High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1281 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
14%
13%
Black
4%
9%
White
74%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Craig High School's ranking?
Craig High School is ranked #1281 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Craig High School often compared to?
Craig High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Craig High School?
The graduation rate of Craig High School is 96%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Craig High School?
1,537 students attend Craig High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Craig High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Craig High School?
Craig High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Craig High School offer ?
Craig High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Craig High School part of?
Craig High School is part of Janesville School District.
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