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East High

High School · West Bend School District

1305 E Decorah Rd, West Bend, WI 53095

Enrollment

914

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In West Bend

#9 of 10

public schools

Wisconsin high schools

#304 of 499

In district

#10 of 11

West Bend School District

About East High

East High serves 914 students in grades 9-12 in West Bend, Wisconsin, offering a comprehensive high school experience with a student-teacher ratio of 16.6:1 across 55 full-time equivalent teachers. The school operates as a regular public high school in Washington County, currently ranking in the 15th percentile statewide with room for academic growth and development. Located on East Decorah Road, East High serves families in a community where the median household income reaches $77,397 and home values average $272,200.

The surrounding ZIP code of 53095 houses 27,641 residents, with 32% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of 5.3%, reflecting a stable middle-class environment. As a sizable high school with nearly 1,000 students, East High provides the resources and programming typical of larger educational institutions while maintaining manageable class sizes through its reasonable student-teacher ratio. The school continues to focus on supporting student achievement and preparing graduates for their next steps after high school.

East High sits in the town setting of West Bend, where students benefit from both educational opportunities and the close-knit community atmosphere that characterizes this Wisconsin locale in Washington County.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-2.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33%
Reading/ELA Proficiency35%
Overall Proficiency34%
Expected (poverty-adj.)44%
vs. Expected-10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
College Readiness8.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation23.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.3Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,362

East High — Students at East High score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 34.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
35%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How East High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
21th percentile in WI
Academic
5.2/10
5.2/10
Growth
2.9/10
Below average
Environment
3.3/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers

Location

1305 E Decorah Rd, West Bend, WI 53095

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LIVING WORD LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Jackson), which scores notably higher. Another option is KETTLE MORAINE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Jackson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, West High (rated 5.1/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Bend, see our West Bend schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
West High West Bend 0.0 mi 5.1
Decorah Elementary West Bend 0.7 mi 6.7
Rolf's Early Childhood Center West Bend 0.8 mi 7.4
West Bend School District 4K West Bend 0.9 mi 5.6
Badger Middle West Bend 1.0 mi 7.7
Washington Street School West Bend 1.3 mi
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Bend 1.0 mi 5.7
ST FRANCES CABRINI SCHOOL West Bend 1.0 mi 6.1
Fair Park Elementary West Bend 1.3 mi 6.6
McLane Elementary West Bend 1.3 mi 6.5
HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL West Bend 1.5 mi 5.5
Silverbrook Intermediate West Bend 1.8 mi 7.6
Green Tree Elementary West Bend 2.5 mi 6.2
OZAUKEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Bend 3.5 mi 5.7
MORNING STAR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jackson 5.6 mi 6.3
LIVING WORD LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jackson 5.8 mi 7.9
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Bend 5.1 mi 5.6
Jackson Elementary Jackson 6.0 mi 7.5
KETTLE MORAINE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jackson 7.0 mi 5.7
Farmington Elementary Kewaskum 7.3 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,219

Median Home Value

$286,500

Median Rent

$1,015/mo

Population

27,635

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

72.3%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

44.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding East High has a median household income of $82,219. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $286,500, with a median rent of $1,015/month. The local poverty rate of 5.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Mount Horeb High Mount Horeb, WI 5.3
North High Oshkosh, WI 5.3
De Forest High De Forest, WI 5.2
Union Grove High Union Grove, WI 5.2
Whitewater High Whitewater, WI 5.2
Central High Salem, WI 5.4

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 914 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East High?

The student-teacher ratio at East High is 16.6:1. 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 is ranked #1659 out of 2,102 schools in WI.

What is East High's MySchoolScout rating?

East High has a composite rating of 5.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at East High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, East High has 34.0% math proficiency and 38.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

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?

27.1% 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

City Safety
Elevated (1,409/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (West Bend). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
914
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Washington County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

West Bend School District
District Enrollment
5,591
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,410
District Rank
#10 of 11

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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