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#1450 of 2,105 schools in WI
Mount Horeb High
High School · Mount Horeb Area School District
305 S 8th St, Mount Horeb, WI 53572
Enrollment
776
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
776
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,450 of 2,105
In Mount Horeb
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Mount Horeb Area School District
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About Mount Horeb High
Mount Horeb High is a public high school in Mount Horeb, WI, part of Mount Horeb Area School District. Mount Horeb High serves approximately 776 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Horeb High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,450 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Horeb High show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- WI avg 5.5
Score Breakdown
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Mount Horeb High — Students at Mount Horeb High score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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 Mount Horeb High Compares
See how Mount Horeb High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
305 S 8th St, Mount Horeb, WI 53572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Horeb High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Wisconsin Heights High (rated 5.8/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Mazomanie), with a very similar rating. Another option is Verona Area High (rated 5.5/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Verona), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Barneveld High (rated 4.9/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Barneveld), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mount Horeb, see our Mount Horeb schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Horeb Middle Mount Horeb | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Mount Horeb Intermediate Mount Horeb | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Mount Horeb Early Learning Center Mount Horeb | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Mount Horeb Area Community 4K Mount Horeb | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Mount Horeb Primary Center Mount Horeb | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Park Elementary Cross Plains | 8.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Glacier Creek Middle Cross Plains | 9.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER Cross Plains | 9.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Wisconsin Heights Elementary Mazomanie | 10.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Wisconsin Heights High Mazomanie | 10.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Wisconsin Heights Middle Mazomanie | 10.7 mi | 8.2 |
| West Middleton Elementary Verona | 8.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Barneveld Elementary Barneveld | 8.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Barneveld High Barneveld | 8.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Barneveld Middle School Barneveld | 8.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Verona Area High Verona | 9.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Sunset Ridge Elementary Middleton | 10.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Pope Farm Elementary Middleton | 9.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Country View Elementary Verona | 9.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Verona Area K4 Verona | 9.3 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,604
Median Home Value
$381,900
Median Rent
$1,243/mo
Population
10,441
College Educated
46.9%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
38.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Evansville High Evansville, WI | 5.5 |
| FOX VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Appleton, WI | 5.5 |
| Port Washington High Port Washington, WI | 5.5 |
| Rhinelander High Rhinelander, WI | 5.5 |
| Berlin High Berlin, WI | 5.6 |
| Burlington High School Burlington, WI | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Horeb High
What grades does Mount Horeb High serve?
Mount Horeb High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Horeb High?
Mount Horeb High has an enrollment of approximately 776 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Horeb High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Horeb 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 Mount Horeb High rank in WI?
Mount Horeb High ranks #1,450 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Mount Horeb High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Horeb High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Mount Horeb High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Horeb High has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Mount Horeb High a charter school?
No, Mount Horeb High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Horeb High a Title I school?
No, Mount Horeb High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Horeb High?
13.3% of students at Mount Horeb 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 776
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Dane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (608) 437-7206
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Mount Horeb Area School District- District Enrollment
- 2,391
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,480
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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