Preble High School is a public high school in the Green Bay, Wisconsin School District. The school serves students from Green Bay, Bellevue, and New Franken. The name comes from the former town of Preble, which is now part of northeastern Green Bay, and New Franken, Wisconsin.
Serving 2,147 students in grades 9-12, Preble High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Preble High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Preble High School's student population of 2,147 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Rankings
Preble High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Preble High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1635 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
37%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
44%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Preble High School's ranking?
Preble High School is ranked #1635 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Preble High School?
The graduation rate of Preble High School is 91%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Preble High School?
2,147 students attend Preble High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Preble High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Preble High School?
Preble High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Preble High School offer ?
Preble High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Preble High School part of?
Preble High School is part of Green Bay Area Public School District.
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