Serving 156 students in grades 9-12, Three Lakes 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 Black and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Three Lakes High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district within Three Lakes, WI, covering approximately 300.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 18.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Three Lakes High School's student population of 156 students has grown by 7% 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
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Three Lakes 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 Three Lakes High School is 0.14, 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
#1283 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
1%
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%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Three Lakes High School's ranking?
Three Lakes High School is ranked #1283 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Three Lakes High School often compared to?
Three Lakes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Lakes Elementary School, Rhinelander High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Three Lakes High School?
The graduation rate of Three Lakes High School is 90%, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Three Lakes High School?
156 students attend Three Lakes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Three Lakes High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Three Lakes High School?
Three Lakes High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Three Lakes High School offer ?
Three Lakes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Three Lakes High School part of?
Three Lakes High School is part of Three Lakes School District.
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