Serving 146 students in grades 6-12, Laona High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laona High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Laona, WI, encompassing approximately 243 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 23.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Laona High School's student population of 146 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
146 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Connect Positively with Each Child, Each Day!
School Rankings
Laona High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laona High School is 0.39, 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
#833 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
13%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
14%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laona High School's ranking?
Laona High School is ranked #833 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Laona High School often compared to?
Laona High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wabeno High School, Crandon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laona High School?
The graduation rate of Laona High School is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Laona High School?
146 students attend Laona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Laona High School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laona High School?
Laona High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laona High School offer ?
Laona High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laona High School part of?
Laona High School is part of Laona School District.
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