Serving 266 students in grades 9-12, Howards Grove High School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howards Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Howards Grove High School's student population of 266 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Howards Grove 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 Howards Grove High School is 0.13, 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
#1012 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%

Hispanic
2%
14%

Black
n/a
9%

White
93%
67%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Howards Grove High School's ranking?
Howards Grove High School is ranked #1012 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Howards Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Howards Grove High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Howards Grove High School?
266 students attend Howards Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Howards Grove High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howards Grove High School?
Howards Grove High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Howards Grove High School offer ?
Howards Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Howards Grove High School part of?
Howards Grove High School is part of Howards Grove School District.
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