Serving 889 students in grades 9-12, Pewaukee High School ranks in the top 20% 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 61% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pewaukee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pewaukee High School's student population of 889 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
889 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Pewaukee High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pewaukee High School is 0.34, 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
#328 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
81%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pewaukee High School's ranking?
Pewaukee High School is ranked #328 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Pewaukee High School often compared to?
Pewaukee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead High School by visitors of our site.
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 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pewaukee High School?
The graduation rate of Pewaukee High School is 97%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pewaukee High School?
889 students attend Pewaukee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pewaukee High School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pewaukee High School?
Pewaukee High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pewaukee High School offer ?
Pewaukee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pewaukee High School part of?
Pewaukee High School is part of Pewaukee School District.
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