Platteville High School is the only high school in the Platteville School District in Platteville, Wisconsin. Platteville High School has accumulated more Southwest Wisconsin Conference championships than any other school in the conference.
Serving 482 students in grades 9-12, Platteville 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Platteville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Platteville High School's student population of 482 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1892
Colors
White, Cardinal
School Calendar
School Rankings
Platteville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Platteville High School is 0.30, 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
#751 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: 150px
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platteville High School's ranking?
Platteville High School is ranked #751 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Platteville High School often compared to?
Platteville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fennimore High School, Lancaster 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 40% WI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Platteville High School?
The graduation rate of Platteville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Platteville High School?
482 students attend Platteville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Platteville High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Platteville High School?
Platteville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Platteville High School offer ?
Platteville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Platteville High School part of?
Platteville High School is part of Platteville School District.
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