Serving 712 students in grades 9-12, Rice Lake High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher 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 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rice Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rice Lake High School's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Mascot
Warrior
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1882
School Colors
Royal Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Rice Lake High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rice Lake High School is 0.27, 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
#785 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
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 Rice Lake High School's ranking?
Rice Lake High School is ranked #785 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Rice Lake High School often compared to?
Rice Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barron High School, Cumberland High School, Cameron High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Rice Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Rice Lake High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rice Lake High School?
712 students attend Rice Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Rice Lake High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rice Lake High School?
Rice Lake High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rice Lake High School offer ?
Rice Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rice Lake High School part of?
Rice Lake High School is part of Rice Lake Area School District.
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