Serving 19 students in grades 9-12, Washington Island 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 <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in WI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Island High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Island High School's student population of 19 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Island High School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
100%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
3%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
53%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Washington Island High School often compared to?
Washington Island High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sturgeon Bay High School, Gibraltar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Island High School?
The graduation rate of Washington Island High School is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Washington Island High School?
19 students attend Washington Island High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Washington Island High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Island High School?
Washington Island High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Island High School offer ?
Washington Island High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Island High School part of?
Washington Island High School is part of Washington Island School District.
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