Serving 246 students in grades 9-12, Neillsville 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 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 14% 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: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neillsville High School's student population of 246 students has declined by 14% 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
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Neillsville 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 Neillsville High School is 0.25, 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
#1517 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
86%
66%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neillsville High School's ranking?
Neillsville High School is ranked #1517 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Neillsville High School often compared to?
Neillsville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loyal High School, Greenwood High School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Neillsville High School?
The graduation rate of Neillsville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Neillsville High School?
246 students attend Neillsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Neillsville High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neillsville High School?
Neillsville High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neillsville High School offer ?
Neillsville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Neillsville High School part of?
Neillsville High School is part of Neillsville School District.
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