Serving 96 students in grades 7-12, South Shore Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Shore Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Shore Jr/sr High School's student population of 96 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
96 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Cardinals
School Rankings
South Shore Jr/sr 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 South Shore Jr/sr High School is 0.29, which is less 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
#622 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
84%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Shore Jr/sr High School's ranking?
South Shore Jr/sr High School is ranked #622 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Shore Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of South Shore Jr/sr High School is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Shore Jr/sr High School?
96 students attend South Shore Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of South Shore Jr/sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Shore Jr/sr High School?
South Shore Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Shore Jr/sr High School offer ?
South Shore Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Shore Jr/sr High School part of?
South Shore Jr/sr High School is part of South Shore School District.
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