Onalaska High School is a public high school in Onalaska, Wisconsin, in the Onalaska School District. It had an enrollment of 933 students in grades 9-12 for the 2022-23 school year.
Serving 925 students in grades 9-12, Onalaska 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 49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Onalaska High School's student population of 925 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
925 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1890
Colors
White, Black, Purple
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning for ALL!
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Onalaska High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Onalaska High School is 0.49, 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
#796 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
70%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Freddy Hilltopper
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Onalaska High School's ranking?
Onalaska High School is ranked #796 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Onalaska High School often compared to?
Onalaska High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logan High School, West Salem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Onalaska High School?
The graduation rate of Onalaska High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Onalaska High School?
925 students attend Onalaska High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Onalaska High School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Onalaska High School?
Onalaska High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Onalaska High School offer ?
Onalaska High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Onalaska High School part of?
Onalaska High School is part of Onalaska School District.
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