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Pepin High

High School · Pepin Area School District

510 Pine St, Pepin, WI 54759

Enrollment

116

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

7th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Pepin

#2 of 2

public schools

Wisconsin high schools

#257 of 499

In district

#2 of 2

Pepin Area School District

School environment

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Pepin High

Pepin High serves 116 students in grades 7-12 in the small rural community of Pepin, Wisconsin. With just 10 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an intimate learning environment with an 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for personalized attention and close student-teacher relationships. The school has earned a solid 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #417 out of 2,112 Wisconsin schools, placing it in the 80th percentile statewide.

This strong performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education in a small-school setting where every student is known by name. Located at 510 Pine Street, Pepin High sits in a stable community where the median household income reaches $78,125 and median home values are $186,300. The surrounding zip code of 54759 houses 1,459 residents, with 24% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a poverty rate of 12.1%.

As a combined middle and high school, Pepin High offers the advantages of a tight-knit educational community where older students can mentor younger ones and teachers can follow student progress across multiple grade levels. The school serves families in rural Pepin County along the scenic Mississippi River valley.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 116 students, Pepin 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.

Located in a rural area, Pepin High may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.2Fair25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Above Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5%
Math vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency45%
Expected (poverty-adj.)50%
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
College Readiness3.8Fair30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation9.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,876

Pepin High — Students at Pepin High score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.6%
School
State
53.5%
ELA Proficiency 43.7%
School
State
53.0%

Based on 8 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
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2025
Math
51.6%
ELA
37.9%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Pepin High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
29th percentile in WI
Academic
6.9/10
6.9/10
Growth
3.2/10
Below average
Environment
9.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers

Location

510 Pine St, Pepin, WI 54759

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pepin High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Alma High (rated 8.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Alma), which scores notably higher. Another option is LINCOLN SECONDARY (rated 6.3/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Lake City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Durand Middle/High (rated 5.5/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Durand), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pepin, see our Pepin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Pepin Elementary Pepin 0.0 mi 8.2
HOPE FARM SCHOOL Stockholm 5.3 mi
LINCOLN SECONDARY Lake City 5.8 mi 6.3
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lake City 6.1 mi 6.2
BLUFF VIEW ELEMENTARY Lake City 6.1 mi 7.0
ST FELIX SCHOOL Wabasha 7.2 mi 7.2
WABASHA-KELLOGG SECONDARY Wabasha 9.0 mi 4.7
WABASHA-KELLOGG ELEMENTARY Wabasha 9.0 mi 4.8
AVE MARIA ACADEMY Plum City 12.9 mi 5.2
Plum City Elementary Plum City 13.2 mi 8.4
Plum City High Plum City 13.4 mi 4.2
SAIL PROGRAM Winona 11.8 mi
Alma Elementary Alma 11.6 mi 7.6
Alma High Alma 11.6 mi 8.2
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Durand 15.1 mi 7.8
Durand Middle/High Durand 15.9 mi 5.5
Caddie Woodlawn Elementary Durand 15.9 mi 6.4
PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE HIGH Plainview 19.3 mi 5.3
PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE PK-3 Plainview 19.3 mi 8.8
PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE JUNIOR Elgin 22.4 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54759 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,375

Median Home Value

$216,200

Median Rent

$867/mo

Population

1,439

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

84.1%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

54.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Pepin High has a median household income of $84,375. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $216,200, with a median rent of $867/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 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
Almond-Bancroft High Almond, WI 5.6
Lena High Lena, WI 5.6
Prairie Phoenix Academy Sun Prairie, WI 5.6
Rosholt High Rosholt, WI 5.6
George D Warriner High School for Personalized Learning Sheboygan, WI 5.5
Point of Discovery School Stevens Point, WI 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pepin High

What grades does Pepin High serve?

Pepin High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Pepin High?

Pepin High has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pepin High?

The student-teacher ratio at Pepin High is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pepin High rank in WI?

Pepin High is ranked #1501 out of 2,102 schools in WI.

What is Pepin High's MySchoolScout rating?

Pepin High has a composite rating of 5.6 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 Pepin High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Pepin High has 50.6% math proficiency and 43.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Pepin High a charter school?

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

Is Pepin High a Title I school?

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

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

17.2% of students at Pepin 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 (163/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Pepin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Pepin Area School District
District Enrollment
230
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,209
District Rank
#2 of 2

Other Schools in This District

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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