Serving 530 students in grades 7-12, Richland Center 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 14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richland Center High School's student population of 530 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Richland Center 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 Richland Center High School is 0.30, 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
#1659 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Richland Center High School's ranking?
Richland Center High School is ranked #1659 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richland Center High School?
The graduation rate of Richland Center High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Richland Center High School?
530 students attend Richland Center High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Richland Center High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland Center High School?
Richland Center High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richland Center High School offer ?
Richland Center High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richland Center High School part of?
Richland Center High School is part of Richland School District.
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