Serving 453 students in grades 9-12, Somerset 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 45-49% (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 11% 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: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Somerset High's attendance zone covers the entire Somerset school district, encompassing an area of approximately 60 square miles. The zone is located in Somerset, WI, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10 to 12 minutes and reaching up to 6.7 miles from the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Somerset High School's student population of 453 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we Engage, Educate & Empower all Learners
School Rankings
Somerset 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 Somerset High School is 0.21, 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
#751 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)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
90-94%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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
Green and Yellow
School Mascot
Spartan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset High School's ranking?
Somerset High School is ranked #751 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Somerset High School often compared to?
Somerset High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudson High School, New Richmond 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Somerset High School?
The graduation rate of Somerset High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Somerset High School?
453 students attend Somerset High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Somerset High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset High School?
Somerset High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Somerset High School offer ?
Somerset High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Somerset High School part of?
Somerset High School is part of Somerset School District.
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