Serving 130 students in grades 9-12, Barneveld High School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barneveld High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Barneveld High School's student population of 130 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barneveld High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barneveld High School is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#384 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 is Barneveld High School's ranking?
Barneveld High School is ranked #384 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Barneveld High School often compared to?
Barneveld High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dodgeville High School, Mineral Point High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barneveld High School?
The graduation rate of Barneveld High School is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Barneveld High School?
130 students attend Barneveld High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Barneveld High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barneveld High School?
Barneveld High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barneveld High School offer ?
Barneveld High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Barneveld High School part of?
Barneveld High School is part of Barneveld School District.
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