Pecatonica High School is a public school in Blanchardville, Wisconsin serving students in grades 6 through 12. Its enrollment is about 230.
Serving 214 students in grades 6-12, Pecatonica 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pecatonica High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pecatonica High School's student population of 214 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Pecatonica High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pecatonica High School is 0.02, 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
#663 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
99%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pecatonica High School's ranking?
Pecatonica High School is ranked #663 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Pecatonica High School often compared to?
Pecatonica High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Darlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pecatonica High School?
The graduation rate of Pecatonica High School is 90%, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pecatonica High School?
214 students attend Pecatonica High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Pecatonica High School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pecatonica High School?
Pecatonica High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pecatonica High School offer ?
Pecatonica High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pecatonica High School part of?
Pecatonica High School is part of Pecatonica Area School District.
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