Serving 816 students in grades 9-12, Fort Atkinson 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 34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than 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 22% 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: 816 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Atkinson High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Fort Atkinson, WI, covering approximately 99.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 7.2 miles and the furthest edge located 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Atkinson High School's student population of 816 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
816 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
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School Rankings
Fort Atkinson 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 Fort Atkinson High School is 0.37, 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
#1034 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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Asian
2%
4%
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Hispanic
15%
14%
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Black
2%
9%
White
78%
66%
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Two or more races
3%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
92%
90.5%
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Atkinson High School's ranking?
Fort Atkinson High School is ranked #1034 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Fort Atkinson High School often compared to?
Fort Atkinson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Atkinson High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Atkinson High School is 92%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Fort Atkinson High School?
816 students attend Fort Atkinson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Fort Atkinson High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Atkinson High School?
Fort Atkinson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Atkinson High School offer ?
Fort Atkinson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Atkinson High School part of?
Fort Atkinson High School is part of Fort Atkinson School District.
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