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#965 of 2,105 schools in WI

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East High

High School · Wauwatosa School District

7500 Milwaukee Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53213

Enrollment

1,041

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#965 of 2,105

In Wauwatosa

#10 of 17

public schools

In district

#10 of 17

Wauwatosa School District

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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East High

6.8/10

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

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4.8/10

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8.7/10

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About East High

East High is a public high school in Wauwatosa, WI, part of Wauwatosa School District. East High serves approximately 1,041 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. East High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #965 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for East High show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • WI avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
College Readiness9.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation63.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,809
Chronic Absenteeism27%

East High — Students at East High score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.5% (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
80%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
64%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How East High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
54th percentile in WI
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
22
10 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
63.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
10 boys'·12 girls'·34 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

7500 Milwaukee Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KINGDOM PREP LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KRADWELL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wauwatosa, see our Wauwatosa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Wauwatosa Virtual Academy Wauwatosa 0.0 mi 4.8
Lincoln Elementary Wauwatosa 0.1 mi 8.7
CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP Wauwatosa 0.1 mi
WAUWATOSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.2 mi 6.8
ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.4 mi 5.4
KRADWELL SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.5 mi 6.8
Longfellow Middle Wauwatosa 0.6 mi 7.3
Washington Elementary Wauwatosa 0.6 mi 7.8
Roosevelt Elementary Wauwatosa 0.8 mi 8.8
Wilson Elementary Wauwatosa 0.7 mi 7.1
Wauwatosa STEM Wauwatosa 0.7 mi 8.1
KINGDOM PREP LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.8 mi 8.0
Jefferson Elementary Wauwatosa 0.8 mi 7.6
ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wauwatosa 1.0 mi 5.8
PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa 1.1 mi 6.4
McKinley Elementary Wauwatosa 1.1 mi 7.6
ST VINCENT PALLOTTI SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.4 mi 7.3
Eighty-First Street Elementary Milwaukee 1.4 mi 4.6
MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL Milwaukee 1.5 mi 7.8
Neeskara Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,144

Median Home Value

$311,200

Median Rent

$1,228/mo

Population

26,293

College Educated

62.6%

Homeownership

57.3%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

36.1

Similar Schools

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

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DIVINE SAVIOR HOLY ANGELS HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI 6.9
Brookfield East High Brookfield, WI 6.6
Brown Deer Middle/High Brown Deer, WI 6.6
Homestead High Mequon, WI 6.6

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 1,041 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East High?

The student-teacher ratio at East High is 15.3:1. 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 #965 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is East High's MySchoolScout rating?

East High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% 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?

24.3% 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
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,041
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.0%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

Wauwatosa School District
District Enrollment
6,761
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,809
District Rank
#10 of 17

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