Serving 854 students in grades 9-12, East 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 39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 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: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of West Bend, WI, covering approximately 100.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the furthest edges of the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
East High School's student population of 854 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
854 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe in the power of relationships
School Rankings
East 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 East 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
#638 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-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 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East High School's ranking?
East High School is ranked #638 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are East High School often compared to?
East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West High School, Slinger High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of East High School?
The graduation rate of East High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend East High School?
854 students attend East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of East High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East High School?
East High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does East High School offer ?
East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East High School part of?
East High School is part of West Bend School District.
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