Serving 328 students in grades 9-12, Peshtigo High School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than 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 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 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
Peshtigo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Peshtigo High School's student population of 328 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peshtigo 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 Peshtigo 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
#1195 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
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 Peshtigo High School's ranking?
Peshtigo High School is ranked #1195 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Peshtigo High School often compared to?
Peshtigo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marinette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Peshtigo High School?
The graduation rate of Peshtigo High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Peshtigo High School?
328 students attend Peshtigo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Peshtigo High School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peshtigo High School?
Peshtigo High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peshtigo High School offer ?
Peshtigo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Peshtigo High School part of?
Peshtigo High School is part of Peshtigo School District.
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