Skip to main content

Average

#1466 of 2,105 schools in WI

De Pere High

High School · De Pere School District

1700 Chicago St, De Pere, WI 54115

Enrollment

1,473

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,466 of 2,105

In De Pere

#11 of 11

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

De Pere School District

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around De Pere High?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

De Pere High

5.4/10

High School in De Pere · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

De Pere Middle

8.0/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Dickinson Elementary

8.0/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About De Pere High

De Pere High is a public high school in De Pere, WI, part of De Pere School District. De Pere High serves approximately 1,473 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. De Pere High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,466 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for De Pere High show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with WI schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • WI avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
College Readiness7.9Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
View breakdown
4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation23.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

De Pere High — Students at De Pere High score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
47%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How De Pere High Compares

See how De Pere High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
30th percentile in WI
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
91 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
23.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·36 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1700 Chicago St, De Pere, WI 54115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering De Pere High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Susie C Altmayer Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Webster Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Green Bay), which scores notably higher. For more schools in De Pere, see our De Pere schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
De Pere Middle De Pere 0.3 mi 8.0
Dickinson Elementary De Pere 0.5 mi 8.0
Heritage Elementary De Pere 0.8 mi 7.7
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF DE PERE De Pere 0.8 mi 6.7
Foxview Intermediate De Pere 0.9 mi 8.2
Doty Elementary Green Bay 1.1 mi 4.7
FATHER ALLOUEZ CATHOLIC SCHOOL Green Bay 1.4 mi 7.4
Phantom Knight School of Opportunity De Pere 1.5 mi
Langlade Elementary Green Bay 1.9 mi 6.1
Green Bay Correctional Institution Green Bay 2.1 mi
GREEN BAY MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S WORLD De Pere 1.8 mi
Susie C Altmayer Elementary De Pere 2.3 mi 8.8
West De Pere High De Pere 1.8 mi 5.9
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI De Pere 2.0 mi 7.5
Cormier School and Early Learning Center Green Bay 3.0 mi 4.6
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL De Pere 2.2 mi 8.6
Webster Elementary Green Bay 3.1 mi 8.4
Westwood Elementary De Pere 2.4 mi 7.5
West De Pere Intermediate School De Pere 2.4 mi 7.9
West De Pere Middle De Pere 2.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,023

Median Home Value

$307,800

Median Rent

$1,071/mo

Population

49,663

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

36.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Burlington High School Burlington, WI 5.4
MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI 5.4
Verona Area High Verona, WI 5.5
Bay Port High Green Bay, WI 5.6
Germantown High Germantown, WI 5.6
West High Waukesha, WI 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about De Pere High

What grades does De Pere High serve?

De Pere High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend De Pere High?

De Pere High has an enrollment of approximately 1,473 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at De Pere High?

The student-teacher ratio at De Pere High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does De Pere High rank in WI?

De Pere High ranks #1,466 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is De Pere High's MySchoolScout rating?

De Pere High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at De Pere High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, De Pere High has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is De Pere High a charter school?

No, De Pere High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is De Pere High a Title I school?

No, De Pere High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for De Pere High?

19.0% of students at De Pere High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,473
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
91
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

De Pere School District
District Enrollment
4,526
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,121
District Rank
#6 of 6

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.