Serving 151 students in grades 9-12, Southwestern Wisconsin 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southwestern Wisconsin High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hazel Green, WI, covering approximately 60.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwestern Wisconsin High School's student population of 151 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwestern Wisconsin 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 Southwestern Wisconsin High School is 0.13, 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
#1243 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwestern Wisconsin High School's ranking?
Southwestern Wisconsin High School is ranked #1243 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwestern Wisconsin High School?
The graduation rate of Southwestern Wisconsin High School is 90%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Southwestern Wisconsin High School?
151 students attend Southwestern Wisconsin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southwestern Wisconsin High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwestern Wisconsin High School?
Southwestern Wisconsin High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southwestern Wisconsin High School offer ?
Southwestern Wisconsin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwestern Wisconsin High School part of?
Southwestern Wisconsin High School is part of Southwestern Wisconsin School District.
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