Serving 14 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 7:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% 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 14 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Island High School is 0.34, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
n/a
9%
White
79%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
3%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
71%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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?
14 students attend Washington Island High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Washington Island High School students are White, and 21% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Island High School?
Washington Island High School has a student ration of 7:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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