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Kettle Moraine High

High School · Kettle Moraine School District

349 N Oak Crest Dr, Wales, WI 53183

Enrollment

886

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,058 of 2,105

In Wales

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#8 of 11

Kettle Moraine School District

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Kettle Moraine High

6.5/10

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

School for Arts and Performance

6.1/10

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7.6/10

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About Kettle Moraine High

Kettle Moraine High is a public high school in Wales, WI, part of Kettle Moraine School District. Kettle Moraine High serves approximately 886 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kettle Moraine High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,058 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Kettle Moraine High show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • WI avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation43%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,261
Chronic Absenteeism21.8%

Kettle Moraine High — Students at Kettle Moraine High score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 61.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (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
91%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
66%

* 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 Kettle Moraine High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
50th percentile in WI
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
27
12 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
43% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics27sports offered
12 boys'·15 girls'·43 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

349 N Oak Crest Dr, Wales, WI 53183

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kettle Moraine High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. High School of Health Sciences (rated 7.7/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAD LAKE LAKEWOOD/PASSAGE/ST. ROSE (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Dousman), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KM Global Sch (rated 7.6/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wales, see our Wales schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
School for Arts and Performance Wales 0.0 mi 6.1
KM Global Sch Wales 0.0 mi 7.6
High School of Health Sciences Wales 0.0 mi 7.7
KM Connect Wales 0.0 mi
Wales Elementary Wales 0.2 mi 8.4
Kettle Moraine Explore Wales 0.2 mi 7.2
Magee Elementary Genesee Depot 2.8 mi 7.4
Cushing Elementary Delafield 3.6 mi 8.4
Kettle Moraine 4K Delafield 3.6 mi 3.2
AUGUSTINE ACADEMY Hartland 3.8 mi 7.4
PRAIRIE HILL WALDORF SCHOOL Pewaukee 3.8 mi 7.0
Adeline Montessori School Inc Oconomowoc 3.5 mi 4.3
LAD LAKE LAKEWOOD/PASSAGE/ST. ROSE Dousman 3.7 mi 7.7
UNIVERSITY LAKE SCHOOL Hartland 5.9 mi 7.5
North Shore Middle Hartland 5.6 mi 8.6
ST ANTHONY ON THE LAKE Pewaukee 5.0 mi 5.6
Dousman Elementary Dousman 4.4 mi 6.3
Prairie View Elementary North Prairie 5.9 mi 8.3
Kettle Moraine Middle Dousman 4.5 mi 8.1
South Elementary Hartland 5.8 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53183 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,327

Median Home Value

$383,300

Median Rent

$1,473/mo

Population

3,073

College Educated

49.1%

Homeownership

85.7%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

1.5%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kettle Moraine High

What grades does Kettle Moraine High serve?

Kettle Moraine High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Kettle Moraine High?

Kettle Moraine High has an enrollment of approximately 886 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kettle Moraine High?

The student-teacher ratio at Kettle Moraine High is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kettle Moraine High rank in WI?

Kettle Moraine High ranks #1,058 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Kettle Moraine High's MySchoolScout rating?

Kettle Moraine High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Kettle Moraine High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kettle Moraine High has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Kettle Moraine High a charter school?

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

Is Kettle Moraine High a Title I school?

No, Kettle Moraine High is not currently a Title I school.

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

12.8% of students at Kettle Moraine 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
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
886
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Waukesha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.8%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

Kettle Moraine School District
District Enrollment
3,421
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,261
District Rank
#8 of 11

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