Serving 580 students in grades 9-12, Altoona High School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (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 15% 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: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altoona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Altoona High School's student population of 580 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Altoona 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 Altoona High School is 0.27, 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
#644 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Altoona High School's ranking?
Altoona High School is ranked #644 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Altoona High School often compared to?
Altoona High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial High School, North High School by visitors of our site.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Altoona High School?
The graduation rate of Altoona High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Altoona High School?
580 students attend Altoona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Altoona High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altoona High School?
Altoona High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Altoona High School offer ?
Altoona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Altoona High School part of?
Altoona High School is part of Altoona School District.
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