Serving 1,451 students in grades 9-12, Chippewa Falls 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 28% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chippewa Falls High School's student population of 1,451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Cardinal
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Chippewa Falls 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 Chippewa Falls High School is 0.17, 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
#1080 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Chippewa Falls High School's ranking?
Chippewa Falls High School is ranked #1080 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Chippewa Falls High School often compared to?
Chippewa Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bloomer High School, Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chippewa Falls High School?
The graduation rate of Chippewa Falls High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Chippewa Falls High School?
1,451 students attend Chippewa Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Chippewa Falls High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chippewa Falls High School?
Chippewa Falls High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chippewa Falls High School offer ?
Chippewa Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chippewa Falls High School part of?
Chippewa Falls High School is part of Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District.
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