Serving 674 students in grades 9-12, Rice Lake High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rice Lake High's attendance zone covers the entire Rice Lake school district, encompassing approximately 236.9 square miles. It typically takes 20 to 30 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 18.4 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rice Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rice Lake High School's student population of 674 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
674 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1882
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rice Lake 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 Rice Lake High School is 0.27, 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
#866 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
≥95%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rice Lake High School's ranking?
Rice Lake High School is ranked #866 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Rice Lake High School often compared to?
Rice Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cumberland High School, Barron High School, Cameron High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rice Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Rice Lake High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Rice Lake High School?
674 students attend Rice Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Rice Lake High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rice Lake High School?
Rice Lake High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rice Lake High School offer ?
Rice Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rice Lake High School part of?
Rice Lake High School is part of Rice Lake Area School District.
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