Wisconsin Heights High

Summary:

Wisconsin Heights High is a public high school located in Mazomanie, Wisconsin, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 219 students. The school is part of the Wisconsin Heights School District, which is ranked 59 out of 428 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Wisconsin Heights High consistently ranks among the top high schools in Wisconsin, with a statewide ranking of 95 out of 431 schools in the 2023-2024 school year and a 4-star rating. The school's students perform exceptionally well on standardized tests, with significantly higher proficiency rates compared to the state averages in subjects like Social Studies, English Language Arts, and Mathematics. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, 67.35% of Wisconsin Heights High students were proficient or better in ACT Mathematics, compared to the state average of 42.37%. Additionally, the school has maintained an impressive four-year graduation rate, ranging from 90% to 100% over the past five years, consistently outperforming the state average, and its dropout rate is exceptionally low, ranging from 0% to 0.5% over the same period.

Interestingly, Wisconsin Heights High has a relatively low percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, yet these students have consistently outperformed their peers statewide, with the school ranking 28th out of 326 Wisconsin high schools for low socioeconomic status students in the 2023-2024 school year. This suggests the school is effectively supporting the academic and personal growth of all its students, regardless of their background or demographic characteristics. When compared to nearby schools, such as Waunakee High, which has a higher overall statewide ranking but lower proficiency rates in some subject areas, and smaller schools like Barneveld High and Mount Horeb High, which have similar academic performance and student outcomes, Wisconsin Heights High stands out as an exceptional public high school that consistently delivers outstanding academic outcomes, high graduation rates, and low dropout rates.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 10173 US Highway 14
       Mazomanie, WI  53560-9587


(608) 767-2586

District: Wisconsin Heights School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
95th of 431 Wisconsin High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,837 Help


Feeder schools for Wisconsin Heights High:

Elementary:    Wisconsin Heights Elementary
Middle:    Wisconsin Heights Middle

Student/teacher ratio:  13.3 Help
Number of students:  219

Racial breakdown:

White:
86.3%
Two or more races:
5.0%
African American:
3.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  20.5% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Wisconsin Heights High ranks better than 78% of high schools in Wisconsin. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 70.63. (See more...)
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The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Wisconsin Heights High freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (86.3%), two or more races (5%), African American (3.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 20.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Wisconsin Heights High is 13.3. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Wisconsin Heights High is $14,837.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Wisconsin Heights High:

SchoolDigger ranks Wisconsin Heights High 95th of 431 Wisconsin public high schools. (See Wisconsin Heights High in the ranking list.)

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Wisconsin Heights School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Wisconsin Heights School District 59th of 428 Wisconsin school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Wisconsin Heights High

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Rank History for all students at Wisconsin Heights High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 64.30 115th 287 59.9%
2008 74.67 69th 437 84.2%
2009 50.66 290th 438 33.8%
2010 69.73 131st 450 70.9%
2011 76.36 62nd 445 86.1%
2012 80.62 29th 452 93.6%
2013 73.23 82nd 457 82.1%
2014 51.22 277th 462 40.0%
2015 58.82 239th 466 48.7%
2016 76.32 67th 408 83.6%
2017 84.25 44th 410 89.3%
2018 61.15 136th 410 66.8%
2019 74.77 75th 400 81.3%
2021 82.55 49th 390 87.4%
2022 90.83 23rd 391 94.1%
2023 83.44 48th 415 88.4%
2024 70.63 95th 431 78.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Wisconsin Heights High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 67.25 55th 255 78.4%
2021 72.53 38th 226 83.2%
2023 92.02 9th 271 96.7%
2024 81.04 28th 326 91.4%
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Rank History for Female students at Wisconsin Heights High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 49.30 190th 355 46.5%
2019 51.50 168th 343 51.0%
2021 91.14 16th 332 95.2%
2022 77.49 49th 343 85.7%
2023 70.85 74th 329 77.5%
2024 75.33 64th 353 81.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Wisconsin Heights High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 60.18 115th 373 69.2%
2019 79.95 50th 354 85.9%
2021 65.20 93rd 334 72.2%
2022 92.76 12th 347 96.5%
2023 86.95 31st 359 91.4%
2024 62.98 119th 365 67.4%
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Rank History for White students at Wisconsin Heights High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 70.19 71st 300 76.3%
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Data source: test scores: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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by a parent
Thursday, February 26, 2015

Open Quote A small school population so no one falls through the cracks. 13/1 student to teacher ratio is awesome and rare. Supportive families and community. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Wisconsin Heights High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 250 1 2 1 1 n/a n/a 0 255
1990 254 1 4 2 2 n/a n/a 0 263
1991 262 2 4 2 2 n/a n/a 0 272
1992 241 2 3 4 0 n/a n/a 0 250
1993 251 2 3 2 1 n/a n/a 0 259
1994 252 1 3 4 1 n/a n/a 0 261
1995 298 2 5 8 7 n/a n/a 0 320
1996 298 2 5 8 7 n/a n/a 0 320
1997 305 2 3 6 1 n/a n/a 0 317
1998 324 1 3 1 0 n/a n/a 0 329
1999 326 0 7 1 2 n/a n/a 0 336
2000 332 0 5 4 3 n/a n/a 0 344
2001 350 0 5 7 3 n/a n/a 0 365
2002 360 6 4 4 5 n/a n/a 0 379
2003 360 6 4 4 5 n/a n/a 0 379
2004 353 8 5 6 9 n/a n/a 0 381
2005 350 7 7 3 7 n/a n/a 0 374
2006 352 6 8 3 5 n/a n/a 0 374
2007 346 2 9 5 4 n/a n/a 0 366
2008 320 2 9 8 0 n/a n/a 0 339
2009 306 5 9 7 1 n/a n/a 0 328
2010 273 7 8 6 1 n/a n/a 0 295
2011 241 8 7 7 1 1 4 0 269
2012 222 2 4 5 1 1 6 0 241
2013 204 3 3 7 0 2 6 0 225
2014 199 3 2 7 0 3 3 0 217
2015 187 6 0 7 0 1 5 0 206
2016 201 8 2 6 0 1 6 0 224
2017 210 6 2 7 0 0 4 0 229
2018 217 4 2 8 0 0 3 0 234
2019 209 4 3 6 0 0 2 0 224
2020 202 6 2 8 0 1 5 0 224
2021 186 7 2 5 1 1 7 0 209
2022 176 6 3 3 0 0 12 0 200
2023 189 8 3 7 0 0 11 1 219

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Wisconsin Heights High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 255 24.5 10.4 5.9
1990 263 24.0 10.9 7.2
1991 272 23.0 11.8 8.5
1992 250 23.7 10.5 8.8
1993 259 26.5 9.8 8.1
1994 261 23.2 11.3 8
1995 320 22.6 14.2 9.1
1996 320 22.6 14.2 9.1
1997 317 25.4 12.5 6.3
1998 329 25.2 13.1 5.2
1999 336 25.9 13.0 9.8
2000 344 24.0 14.3 10.2
2001 365 24.1 15.1 10.7
2002 379 25.5 14.9 10.3
2003 379 25.5 14.9 10.3
2004 381 26.8 14.2 7.9
2005 374 27.2 13.8 n/a
2006 374 25.8 14.5 n/a
2007 366 25.8 14.2 9.3
2008 339 25.2 13.5 11.8
2009 328 24.1 13.6 15.5
2010 295 17.9 16.4 16.9
2011 269 18.0 14.9 18.2
2012 241 13.4 17.9 20.3
2013 225 16.3 13.7 24
2014 217 17.7 12.2 20.3
2015 206 n/a n/a 18.9
2016 224 17.0 13.1 17
2017 229 17.3 13.1 13.5
2018 234 17.4 13.4 10.3
2019 224 16.3 13.7 13.8
2020 224 17.3 12.9 14.3
2021 209 18.1 11.5 20.1
2022 200 16.7 11.9 23
2023 219 16.4 13.3 20.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Wisconsin Heights High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 255 24.5 10.4 5.9
1990 263 24.0 10.9 7.2
1991 272 23.0 11.8 8.5
1992 250 23.7 10.5 8.8
1993 259 26.5 9.8 8.1
1994 261 23.2 11.3 8
1995 320 22.6 14.2 9.1
1996 320 22.6 14.2 9.1
1997 317 25.4 12.5 6.3
1998 329 25.2 13.1 5.2
1999 336 25.9 13.0 9.8
2000 344 24.0 14.3 10.2
2001 365 24.1 15.1 10.7
2002 379 25.5 14.9 10.3
2003 379 25.5 14.9 10.3
2004 381 26.8 14.2 7.9
2005 374 27.2 13.8 n/a
2006 374 25.8 14.5 n/a
2007 366 25.8 14.2 9.3
2008 339 25.2 13.5 11.8
2009 328 24.1 13.6 15.5
2010 295 17.9 16.4 16.9
2011 269 18.0 14.9 18.2
2012 241 13.4 17.9 20.3
2013 225 16.3 13.7 24
2014 217 17.7 12.2 20.3
2015 206 n/a n/a 18.9
2016 224 17.0 13.1 17
2017 229 17.3 13.1 13.5
2018 234 17.4 13.4 10.3
2019 224 16.3 13.7 13.8
2020 224 17.3 12.9 14.3
2021 209 18.1 11.5 20.1
2022 200 16.7 11.9 23
2023 219 16.4 13.3 20.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Wisconsin Heights High

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $308 (1.5%) $19,629 (98.5%) $19,938
2020 $743 (4.9%) $14,308 (95.1%) $15,050
2021 $764 (5.1%) $14,074 (94.9%) $14,837

Data source: Wisconsin Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Wisconsin Heights High

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 75th of 400 High schoolsRanks 48th of 415 High schools
 7.2%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
10th Grade Social Studies (Wisconsin Heights High)67.255.3
 11.9%
   10th Grade Social Studies (Wisconsin Heights School District)67.255.3
 11.9%
   10th Grade Social Studies (Wisconsin)45.947.2
 1.3%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin Heights High)49.170
 20.9%
   10th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin Heights School District)49.170
 20.9%
   10th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)38.841.4
 2.6%
10th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin Heights High)36.455
 18.6%
   10th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin Heights School District)36.455
 18.6%
   10th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)30.829.4
 1.3%
10th Grade Science (Wisconsin Heights High)4040
   10th Grade Science (Wisconsin Heights School District)4040
   10th Grade Science (Wisconsin)32.731.7
 1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students224219
 2.2%
African American48
 100%
American Indian00
Asian33
Hispanic67
 16.7%
Pacific Islander00
White209189
 9.6%
Two or More Races211
 450%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients13.8%20.5%
 6.7%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Wisconsin Heights High

In the 2022-23 school year, 219 students attended Wisconsin Heights High.

Wisconsin Heights High ranks 95th of 431 Wisconsin high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at Wisconsin Heights High are 86% White, 5% Two or more races, 4% African American, 3% Hispanic, 1% Asian.

Wisconsin Heights High is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Wisconsin Heights Elementary
Middle : Wisconsin Heights Middle


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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