Appleton North High School is a comprehensive secondary school in Appleton, Wisconsin that is part of the Appleton Area School District. Opened in August 1995, it is the most recently built of the three four-year public high schools in the district. The school has 1,780 students.
Serving 1,612 students in grades 9-12, North 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% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
North High School's student population of 1,612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
North 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 North High School is 0.51, 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
#934 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
68%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lightning
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North High School's ranking?
North High School is ranked #934 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are North High School often compared to?
North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West High School, Kimberly High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 43% 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 90%, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend North High School?
1,612 students attend North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North High School?
North High School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 Appleton Area School District.
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