Serving 756 students in grades 9-12, Rhinelander 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than 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 11% 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: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rhinelander High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rhinelander High School's student population of 756 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Hodag
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1889
School Rankings
Rhinelander 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 Rhinelander High School is 0.21, 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
#1179 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Rhinelander High School's ranking?
Rhinelander High School is ranked #1179 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Rhinelander High School often compared to?
Rhinelander High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rhinelander High School?
The graduation rate of Rhinelander High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rhinelander High School?
756 students attend Rhinelander High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Rhinelander High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rhinelander High School?
Rhinelander High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rhinelander High School offer ?
Rhinelander High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rhinelander High School part of?
Rhinelander High School is part of Rhinelander School District.
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