Greenfield High School is a public high school in Greenfield, Wisconsin. It serves grades 9-12 for the Greenfield School District.
Serving 1,140 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenfield High serves the entire district of Milwaukee, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenfield High School's student population of 1,140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Forest Green, Vegas Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
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 0.66, 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
#1460 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
35%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
46%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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?
1,140 students attend Greenfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Greenfield High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 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 10/10/2025
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.
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