Serving 1,643 students in grades 9-12, East 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 20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East High serves the northeast part of Madison, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 16.8 square miles, with most students typically driving 5-10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 2.6 miles, extending up to 5.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
East High School's student population of 1,643 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,643 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
School Rankings
East 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 East High School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1486 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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
88%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Purgolders
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 #1486 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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, Lafollette High School, Vel Phillips Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 33% 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 88%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend East High School?
1,643 students attend East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of East High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is East High School located?
East High School is located in the Emerson East neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Emerson East.
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