Serving 759 students in grades 9-12, Mcfarland High School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcfarland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mcfarland High School's student population of 759 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcfarland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcfarland High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 1984 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
1%
9%
White
85%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcfarland High School's ranking?
Mcfarland High School is ranked #779 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Mcfarland High School often compared to?
Mcfarland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monona Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcfarland High School?
The graduation rate of Mcfarland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mcfarland High School?
759 students attend Mcfarland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mcfarland High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcfarland High School?
Mcfarland High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcfarland High School offer ?
Mcfarland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcfarland High School part of?
Mcfarland High School is part of Mcfarland School District.
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