Serving 170 students in grades 9-12, Williams Bay 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Williams Bay High School's student population of 170 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
170 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Tradition of Excellence - Commitment to Progress
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williams Bay 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 Williams Bay 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
#878 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
White
84%
66%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Bay High School's ranking?
Williams Bay High School is ranked #878 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Williams Bay High School often compared to?
Williams Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Badger 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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williams Bay High School?
The graduation rate of Williams Bay High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Williams Bay High School?
170 students attend Williams Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Williams Bay High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Bay High School?
Williams Bay High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williams Bay High School offer ?
Williams Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williams Bay High School part of?
Williams Bay High School is part of Williams Bay School District.
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