Serving 43 students in grades 9-12, Laurel High School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Laurel High School's student population of 43 students has grown by 258% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
43 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Laurel High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel High School is 0.25, 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
#448 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
9%
14%
White
86%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90.5%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2023. Full 24-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 Laurel High School's ranking?
Laurel High School is ranked #448 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laurel High School?
The graduation rate of Laurel High School is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Laurel High School?
43 students attend Laurel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Laurel High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel High School?
Laurel High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laurel High School offer ?
Laurel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel High School part of?
Laurel High School is part of Viroqua Area School District.
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