Chilton High School is a public high school located in Calumet County, Wisconsin, on the south end of the city of Chilton near U.S. Route 151. Originally built on School Court in 1934, the old building which was in need of more than just a few repairs was destroyed and replaced by a park.
Serving 380 students in grades 9-12, Chilton 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than 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 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chilton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chilton High School's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Chilton 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 Chilton High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1209 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
83%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chilton School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chilton High School's ranking?
Chilton High School is ranked #1209 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Chilton High School often compared to?
Chilton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brillion High School, New Holstein High School, Plymouth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chilton High School?
The graduation rate of Chilton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Chilton High School?
380 students attend Chilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Chilton High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chilton High School?
Chilton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chilton High School offer ?
Chilton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chilton High School part of?
Chilton High School is part of Chilton School District.
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