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John Edwards High

High School · Port Edwards School District

801 2nd St, Port Edwards, WI 54469

Enrollment

145

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

3.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Port Edwards

#3 of 3

public schools

Wisconsin high schools

#476 of 499

In district

#3 of 3

Port Edwards School District

School environment

8.3 / 10

Very strong

About John Edwards High

John Edwards High serves 145 students in grades 9-12 in the small community of Port Edwards, Wisconsin. With 13 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an intimate learning environment with an 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for personalized attention and close relationships between educators and students. The school has earned a solid 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #427 out of 2,112 high schools statewide, placing it in the 80th percentile among Wisconsin schools.

This strong performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education in a smaller setting where every student can be known and supported. Located at 801 2nd Street, John Edwards High sits in the heart of Port Edwards, a tight-knit community of about 1,857 residents in Wood County. The surrounding neighborhood has a median household income of $72,431 and a median home value of $130,600, with 22% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

The area maintains a low poverty rate of 11.3%, contributing to a stable community environment. This small-town high school offers students the advantages of close-knit community support and individualized attention in a setting where families and educators work together to help each student succeed.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 145 students, John Edwards High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Fair25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10%
Reading/ELA Proficiency30%
Overall Proficiency20%
Expected (poverty-adj.)32%
vs. Expected-12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
College Readiness2.4Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation3.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,388

John Edwards High — Students at John Edwards High score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 20.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.0%
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
30%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
30%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How John Edwards High Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
3th percentile in WI
Academic
3.4/10
3.4/10
Growth
2.0/10
Below average
Environment
8.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers

Location

801 2nd St, Port Edwards, WI 54469

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Edwards High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Nekoosa High (rated 5.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Nekoosa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln High (rated 5.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Wisconsin Rapids), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Edwards, see our Port Edwards schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
John Edwards Middle Port Edwards 0.0 mi 7.1
Port Edwards Ed Heuer Elementary School Port Edwards 0.3 mi 6.4
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle Wisconsin Rapids 2.2 mi 5.5
Woodside Elementary Wisconsin Rapids 2.3 mi 5.8
Grove Elementary Wisconsin Rapids 2.5 mi 7.1
OUR LADY QUEEN OF HEAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids 3.1 mi 7.0
Mead Elementary Wisconsin Rapids 3.3 mi 8.0
ST PAULS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids 3.4 mi 4.2
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Wisconsin Rapids 3.1 mi 6.6
Central Oaks Academy Wisconsin Rapids 3.4 mi 3.9
Humke Elementary Nekoosa 3.3 mi 7.2
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids 3.5 mi 6.7
Nekoosa High Nekoosa 3.5 mi 5.2
Nekoosa Academy Nekoosa 3.5 mi
Howe Elementary Wisconsin Rapids 3.7 mi 8.5
Lincoln High Wisconsin Rapids 3.4 mi 5.2
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids 3.8 mi 6.3
Alexander Middle Nekoosa 3.8 mi 7.3
Central Wisconsin STEM Academy Nekoosa 3.8 mi 3.4
WISE Academy Nekoosa 3.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,688

Median Home Value

$143,900

Median Rent

$877/mo

Population

1,830

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

41.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding John Edwards High has a median household income of $74,688. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,900, with a median rent of $877/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.9%. The average commute for residents is 23 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
De Soto High De Soto, WI 3.7
Elmwood High Elmwood, WI 3.7
iLEAD Charter Sch Mauston, WI 3.7
Barneveld High Barneveld, WI 3.8
Clear Lake High Clear Lake, WI 3.9
Necedah High Necedah, WI 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Edwards High

What grades does John Edwards High serve?

John Edwards High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend John Edwards High?

John Edwards High has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Edwards High?

The student-teacher ratio at John Edwards High is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Edwards High rank in WI?

John Edwards High is ranked #2044 out of 2,102 schools in WI.

What is John Edwards High's MySchoolScout rating?

John Edwards High has a composite rating of 3.7 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 John Edwards High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, John Edwards High has 20.0% math proficiency and 30.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is John Edwards High a charter school?

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

Is John Edwards High a Title I school?

No, John Edwards High is not currently a Title I school.

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

49.7% of students at John Edwards 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

County Safety
Low (131/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Wood County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Port Edwards School District
District Enrollment
444
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,711
District Rank
#3 of 3

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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