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#2010 of 2,105 schools in WI

East High

High School · Green Bay Area Public School District

1415 E Walnut St, Green Bay, WI 54301

Enrollment

1,077

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

3.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#2,010 of 2,105

In Green Bay

#55 of 57

public schools

In district

#41 of 42

Green Bay Area Public School District

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East High

3.5/10

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

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About East High

East High is a public high school in Green Bay, WI, part of Green Bay Area Public School District. East High serves approximately 1,077 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,010 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for East High show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

55% of students at East High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation18.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,394
Chronic Absenteeism55%

East High — Students at East High score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 24.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.2% (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
61%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How East High Compares

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

Overall Score
3.5/10
5th percentile in WI
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
17
8 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
18.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
8 boys'·9 girls'·19 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

1415 E Walnut St, Green Bay, WI 54301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. John Dewey Academy of Learning (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northeast Wisconsin School of Innovation (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Preble High (rated 4.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Green Bay, see our Green Bay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Middle Green Bay 0.3 mi 3.3
Sullivan Elementary Green Bay 0.3 mi 4.1
Nicolet Elementary Green Bay 0.4 mi 4.8
Bay View Green Bay 0.5 mi
Dr Rosa Minoka-Hill School Green Bay 0.5 mi 5.2
GREEN BAY AREA CATHOLIC EDUCATION, INC. Green Bay 0.7 mi 6.0
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Bay 0.7 mi 6.3
John Dewey Academy of Learning Green Bay 0.8 mi 7.0
Northeast Wisconsin School of Innovation Green Bay 0.8 mi 5.7
Leonardo da Vinci School for Gifted Learners Green Bay 0.9 mi 8.8
Green Bay Head Start Green Bay 1.3 mi 3.7
Eisenhower Elementary Green Bay 1.3 mi 4.5
Howe Elementary Green Bay 1.1 mi 3.8
Danz Elementary Green Bay 1.2 mi 5.4
ST BERNARD GRADE SCHOOL-GRACE Green Bay 1.4 mi 6.5
Aldo Leopold Community School K-8 Green Bay 1.3 mi 6.9
Preble High Green Bay 1.4 mi 4.3
GBAPS Community 4K Site Green Bay 1.6 mi 3.6
Fort Howard Elementary Green Bay 1.7 mi 7.3
Jefferson Head Start Learning Center Green Bay 2.0 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,768

Median Home Value

$205,900

Median Rent

$929/mo

Population

21,674

College Educated

37.8%

Homeownership

65.7%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

40.4

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School Rating
South High Sheboygan, WI 3.5
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Central High West Allis, WI 3.4
East High Appleton, WI 3.4
Memorial High Beloit, WI 3.4
North High Sheboygan, WI 3.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East High

What grades does East High serve?

East High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend East High?

East High has an enrollment of approximately 1,077 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East High?

The student-teacher ratio at East High is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East High rank in WI?

East High ranks #2,010 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is East High's MySchoolScout rating?

East High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 East High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East High has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is East High a charter school?

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

Is East High a Title I school?

No, East High is not currently a Title I school.

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

70.9% of students at East 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,077
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.0%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

District

Green Bay Area Public School District
District Enrollment
18,579
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,394
District Rank
#41 of 42

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