Serving 91 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 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: South Shore Jr/Sr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Port Wing, WI, covering approximately 291.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 17.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Shore Jr/sr High School's student population of 91 students has grown by 21% 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
91 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.32, 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
#622 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
≥50%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Cardinals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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 90.5%.
How many students attend South Shore Jr/sr High School?
91 students attend South Shore Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of South Shore Jr/sr High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 9:1, 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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