Oconomowoc High School is a public high school located in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the Oconomowoc Area School District. As of the 2021–22 school year, it had 1,686 students.
Serving 1,591 students in grades 9-12, Oconomowoc 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 39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oconomowoc High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Oconomowoc school district, covering approximately 120 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oconomowoc High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oconomowoc High School's student population of 1,591 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,591 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oconomowoc 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 Oconomowoc High School is 0.24, 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
#740 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
24%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Raccoons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oconomowoc High School's ranking?
Oconomowoc High School is ranked #740 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Oconomowoc High School often compared to?
Oconomowoc High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead High School, Kettle Moraine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oconomowoc High School?
The graduation rate of Oconomowoc High School is 99%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Oconomowoc High School?
1,591 students attend Oconomowoc High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Oconomowoc High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oconomowoc High School?
Oconomowoc High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oconomowoc High School offer ?
Oconomowoc High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oconomowoc High School part of?
Oconomowoc High School is part of Oconomowoc Area School District.
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