Serving 1,028 students in grades 9-12, West De Pere High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,028 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West De Pere High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West De Pere High School's student population of 1,028 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,028 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West De Pere High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West De Pere High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#484 out of 1984 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
3%
9%
White
80%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 West De Pere High School's ranking?
West De Pere High School is ranked #484 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are West De Pere High School often compared to?
West De Pere High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like De Pere High School, Bay Port High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West De Pere High School?
The graduation rate of West De Pere High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend West De Pere High School?
1,028 students attend West De Pere High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West De Pere High School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West De Pere High School?
West De Pere High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West De Pere High School offer ?
West De Pere High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West De Pere High School part of?
West De Pere High School is part of West De Pere School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
Excellent school! Great teachers and staff. Located in a quiet, safe neighborhood. Highly recommend!
5 2/17/2010
The Knowledge Bowl Team is awesome. They defeated 23 other schools from Northeast Wisconsin and Upper Michigan in April of 2009 to win the championship. Congrats to West De Pere, the most knowledgeable team in the area!
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