Serving 465 students in grades 9-12, Amery 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amery High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Amery High School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amery High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amery High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1470 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amery High School's ranking?
Amery High School is ranked #1470 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Amery High School often compared to?
Amery High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Lake High School, Osceola High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amery High School?
The graduation rate of Amery High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Amery High School?
465 students attend Amery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Amery High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amery High School?
Amery High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amery High School offer ?
Amery High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Amery High School part of?
Amery High School is part of Amery School District.
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