Thorp High School is a secondary school in Thorp, in Clark County, Wisconsin, United States. The school is located just north of Wisconsin Highway 29 in the small community of Thorp, Wisconsin which is 60 miles west of Wausau and 42 miles east of Eau Claire.
Serving 181 students in grades 9-12, Thorp 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (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 5% 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: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thorp High School's student population of 181 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thorp 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 Thorp High School is 0.10, 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
#1589 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
14%
White
95%
66%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thorp High School's ranking?
Thorp High School is ranked #1589 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thorp High School?
The graduation rate of Thorp High School is 90%, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Thorp High School?
181 students attend Thorp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Thorp High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thorp High School?
Thorp High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thorp High School offer ?
Thorp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thorp High School part of?
Thorp High School is part of Thorp School District.
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