De Pere High School is a public high school located in De Pere, Wisconsin. Founded in 1870, it serves students in grades 9 through 12. It is the only high school in the Unified School District of De Pere.
Serving 1,466 students in grades 9-12, De Pere High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 1,466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: De Pere High's attendance zone encompasses the entire De Pere school district, covering approximately 64.8 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
De Pere High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
De Pere High School's student population of 1,466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1870
School Calendar
School Motto
It’s a great day to be a Redbird!
School Rankings
De Pere High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of De Pere High School is 0.29, 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
#257 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Rowdy Redbird
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Pere High School's ranking?
De Pere High School is ranked #257 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are De Pere High School often compared to?
De Pere High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West De Pere High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of De Pere High School?
The graduation rate of De Pere High School is 98%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend De Pere High School?
1,466 students attend De Pere High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of De Pere High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of De Pere High School?
De Pere High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does De Pere High School offer ?
De Pere High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is De Pere High School part of?
De Pere High School is part of De Pere School District.
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