Osceola High School is a public school serving grades 9 through 12 in Osceola, Polk County, Wisconsin, United States. The motto of Osceola High School is "World class education with a small town feel." The small town of Osceola is located on the St. Croix River.
Serving 498 students in grades 9-12, Osceola High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osceola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Osceola High School's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Osceola 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 Osceola High School is 0.15, 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
#591 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
92%
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
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chieftain
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osceola High School's ranking?
Osceola High School is ranked #591 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Osceola High School often compared to?
Osceola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frederic 6-12 School, Amery High School, Unity High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Osceola High School?
The graduation rate of Osceola High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Osceola High School?
498 students attend Osceola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Osceola High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osceola High School?
Osceola High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Osceola High School offer ?
Osceola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Osceola High School part of?
Osceola High School is part of Osceola School District.
School Reviews
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