Greenfield High School

4800 S 60th St
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Greenfield High School is a public high school in Greenfield, Wisconsin. It serves grades 9-12 for the Greenfield School District.
Serving 1,127 students in grades 9-12, Greenfield 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 19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,127 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : 94% (Top 50% in WI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Greenfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

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School Overview

Greenfield High School's student population of 1,127 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Forest Green, Vegas Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 14, 2026
Campus Size
20

School Rankings

Greenfield 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 Greenfield High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#1460 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
19%
40%
35%
38%
22%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
7%
9%
White
48%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greenfield High School's ranking?
Greenfield High School is ranked #1460 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Greenfield High School often compared to?
Greenfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greendale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenfield High School?
The graduation rate of Greenfield High School is 94%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Greenfield High School?
1,127 students attend Greenfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Greenfield High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenfield High School?
Greenfield High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenfield High School offer ?
Greenfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenfield High School part of?
Greenfield High School is part of Greenfield School District.

School Reviews

5   1/17/2015
Just relocated to the area moved into the Greenfield area. I was worry about the school system in the area since I heard so many bad reports. However, after meeting the staff at Greenfield High School and reviewing with my student who stated that the school is outstanding and she is looking forward in attending.
- Posted by Parent - rodne

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,127 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : 94% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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