Kettle Moraine High School is a secondary school located in Wales, Wisconsin. It is a part of the Kettle Moraine School District. It is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Kettle Moraine was named a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 2002 by the U.S. Department of Education.
Serving 886 students in grades 9-12, Kettle Moraine High School ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kettle Moraine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kettle Moraine High School's student population of 886 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Kettle Moraine High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kettle Moraine High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#536 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Captain Laser
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kettle Moraine High School's ranking?
Kettle Moraine High School is ranked #536 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Kettle Moraine High School often compared to?
Kettle Moraine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kettle Moraine High School?
The graduation rate of Kettle Moraine High School is 99%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kettle Moraine High School?
886 students attend Kettle Moraine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kettle Moraine High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 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 Kettle Moraine High School?
Kettle Moraine High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kettle Moraine High School offer ?
Kettle Moraine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kettle Moraine High School part of?
Kettle Moraine High School is part of Kettle Moraine School District.
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