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North High

High School · Eau Claire Area School District

1801 Piedmont Rd, Eau Claire, WI 54703

Enrollment

1,572

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,608 of 2,105

In Eau Claire

#18 of 22

public schools

In district

#18 of 22

Eau Claire Area School District

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North High

5.0/10

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

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About North High

North High is a public high school in Eau Claire, WI, part of Eau Claire Area School District. North High serves approximately 1,572 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. North High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,608 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for North High show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at North High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
College Readiness7.1Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation19.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,336
Chronic Absenteeism43.6%

North High — Students at North High score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 42.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.4% (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
72%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
46%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How North High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in WI
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
98 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
19.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·33 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

1801 Piedmont Rd, Eau Claire, WI 54703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Memorial High (rated 5.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is REGIS HIGH & MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McKinley Charter School (rated 3.7/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Eau Claire, see our Eau Claire schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Davey Elementary Eau Claire 0.5 mi 7.6
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eau Claire 0.6 mi 4.8
BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Eau Claire 0.6 mi
Northstar Middle Eau Claire 0.8 mi 6.7
Locust Lane Elementary Eau Claire 1.2 mi 7.2
Northwoods Elementary Eau Claire 1.3 mi 7.4
Longfellow Elementary Eau Claire 1.8 mi 6.3
McKinley Charter School Eau Claire 1.6 mi 3.7
EAU CLAIRE ACADEMY Eau Claire 1.9 mi
Eau Claire Community Sites Eau Claire 2.4 mi 3.7
Eau Claire Virtual School Eau Claire 2.4 mi 5.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eau Claire 2.6 mi 7.0
Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School Eau Claire 2.4 mi 8.1
Roosevelt Elementary Eau Claire 2.1 mi 6.9
Flynn Elementary Eau Claire 2.9 mi 8.6
Second Avenue School Eau Claire 2.7 mi
REGIS HIGH & MIDDLE SCHOOL Eau Claire 2.9 mi 5.3
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY Eau Claire 2.5 mi 6.6
Memorial High Eau Claire 3.4 mi 5.9
Lakeshore Elementary Eau Claire 3.1 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,801

Median Home Value

$224,600

Median Rent

$986/mo

Population

43,022

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

17 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

35.6

Similar Schools

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Holmen High Holmen, WI 5.0
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Central High La Crosse, WI 4.9
De Forest High De Forest, WI 4.9
River Falls High River Falls, WI 5.1
Watertown High Watertown, WI 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North High

What grades does North High serve?

North High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North High?

North High has an enrollment of approximately 1,572 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North High?

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

How does North High rank in WI?

North High ranks #1,608 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is North High's MySchoolScout rating?

North High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 North High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North High has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is North High a charter school?

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

Is North High a Title I school?

No, North High is not currently a Title I school.

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

42.7% of students at North 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,572
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
98
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Eau Claire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.6%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Eau Claire Area School District
District Enrollment
10,866
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,336
District Rank
#18 of 22

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