Serving 198 students in grades 9-12, Washburn High School ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washburn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Washburn High School's student population of 198 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washburn High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washburn High School is 0.37, 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
#685 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washburn High School's ranking?
Washburn High School is ranked #685 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Washburn High School often compared to?
Washburn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washburn High School?
The graduation rate of Washburn High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Washburn High School?
198 students attend Washburn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Washburn High School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washburn High School?
Washburn High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washburn High School offer ?
Washburn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washburn High School part of?
Washburn High School is part of Washburn School District.
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