Serving 198 students in grades 6-12, Pecatonica 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pecatonica High's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Blanchardville, WI, encompassing approximately 113.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pecatonica High School's student population of 198 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
198 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pecatonica 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 Pecatonica High School is 0.06, 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
#434 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
97%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pecatonica High School's ranking?
Pecatonica High School is ranked #434 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Pecatonica High School?
198 students attend Pecatonica High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pecatonica High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pecatonica High School?
Pecatonica High School has a student ration of 9:1, 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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