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Below Average

#1894 of 2,105 schools in WI

North High

High School · Oshkosh Area School District

1100 W Smith Ave, Oshkosh, WI 54901

Enrollment

1,262

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,894 of 2,105

In Oshkosh

#18 of 21

public schools

In district

#18 of 21

Oshkosh Area School District

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North High

4.2/10

High School in Oshkosh · 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 Oshkosh, WI, part of Oshkosh Area School District. North High serves approximately 1,262 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,894 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for North High show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

34% 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 Progress1.8Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate88%
AP Participation1.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,676
Chronic Absenteeism33.8%

North High — Students at North High score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (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
82%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
39%

* 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: 1.8/10.

How North High Compares

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

Overall Score
4.2/10
10th percentile in WI
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
23
11 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
103 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
1.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
11 boys'·12 girls'·39 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

1100 W Smith Ave, Oshkosh, WI 54901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LOURDES ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West High (rated 4.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oshkosh, see our Oshkosh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Oaklawn Elementary Oshkosh 0.5 mi 4.9
MARTIN LUTHER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh 0.8 mi 5.5
Vel Phillips Middle School Oshkosh 0.9 mi 5.1
Read Elementary Oshkosh 1.1 mi 4.7
Webster Stanley Elementary Oshkosh 1.0 mi 5.7
Merrill Elementary Oshkosh 1.0 mi 3.8
VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oshkosh 1.2 mi 5.9
Roosevelt Elementary Oshkosh 1.5 mi 6.0
Oshkosh Correctional Institution Oshkosh 1.8 mi
E Cook Elementary Oshkosh 1.5 mi 5.1
LOURDES ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Oshkosh 2.1 mi 7.9
LOURDES ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Oshkosh 2.1 mi 6.9
West High Oshkosh 2.0 mi 4.8
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh 2.5 mi 5.1
Jefferson Elementary Oshkosh 2.6 mi 5.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh 2.4 mi 7.2
Washington Elementary Oshkosh 2.4 mi 4.2
Tipler Middle Oshkosh 2.4 mi 8.5
Ready 4 Learning School Oshkosh 2.4 mi 3.4
Accelerated Advanced Learning Program Oshkosh 2.4 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,734

Median Home Value

$164,000

Median Rent

$932/mo

Population

36,999

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

50.4%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

30.7

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Merrill High Merrill, WI 4.3
North High Appleton, WI 4.3
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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 1,262 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North High?

The student-teacher ratio at North High is 12.3:1. 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 #1,894 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is North High's MySchoolScout rating?

North High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% 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?

55.4% 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
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,262
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
103
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Winnebago County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.8%
4-Year Graduation
88.0%

District

Oshkosh Area School District
District Enrollment
9,113
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,676
District Rank
#18 of 21

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