George Nelson Tremper High School is a high school located in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Part of the Kenosha Unified School District, it was named after George Nelson Tremper, the principal of Kenosha High School from 1911 to 1944. The mascot of Tremper High School is the Trojan.
Serving 1,458 students in grades 9-12, Tremper 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 15% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tremper High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tremper High School's student population of 1,458 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
Royal blue, Scarlet
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Tremper 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 Tremper High School is 0.63, 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
#1506 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
10%
9%
White
53%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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: Trojan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tremper High School's ranking?
Tremper High School is ranked #1506 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Tremper High School often compared to?
Tremper High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Trail High School And Academy, Bradford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tremper High School?
The graduation rate of Tremper High School is 91%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tremper High School?
1,458 students attend Tremper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Tremper High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tremper High School?
Tremper High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tremper High School offer ?
Tremper High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tremper High School part of?
Tremper High School is part of Kenosha School District.
School Reviews
5 8/25/2010
Some of the best academics in the state. Many honors and AP classes avalable. Also has one of the top music programs in the country, especialy the choir program.
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