Waukesha North High School is one of three high schools located in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Operated by the Waukesha School District, the school opened in mid-year, at the start of the second semester, during the 1974–1975 school year.
Serving 960 students in grades 9-12, North 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% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 960 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North High School's student population of 960 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
960 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower Excellence for Brighter Futures
School Rankings
North High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North High School is 0.57, which is more 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
#1481 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
59%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sparky The Polar Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North High School's ranking?
North High School is ranked #1481 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are North High School often compared to?
North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South High School, West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North High School?
The graduation rate of North High School is 96%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend North High School?
960 students attend North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of North High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North High School?
North High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does North High School offer ?
North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North High School part of?
North High School is part of Waukesha School District.
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