Serving 244 students in grades 9-12, Markesan 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than 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 16% 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: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Markesan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Markesan High School's student population of 244 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
244 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Every Student Every Day.
School Rankings
Markesan 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 Markesan High School is 0.28, 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
#1339 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
84%
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
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Markesan High School's ranking?
Markesan High School is ranked #1339 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Markesan High School?
The graduation rate of Markesan High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Markesan High School?
244 students attend Markesan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Markesan High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Markesan High School?
Markesan High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Markesan High School offer ?
Markesan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Markesan High School part of?
Markesan High School is part of Markesan School District.
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