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#1855 of 2,105 schools in WI

Preble High

High School · Green Bay Area Public School District

2222 Deckner Ave, Green Bay, WI 54302

Enrollment

2,147

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

4.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,855 of 2,105

In Green Bay

#44 of 57

public schools

In district

#30 of 42

Green Bay Area Public School District

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Preble High

4.3/10

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

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About Preble High

Preble High is a public high school in Green Bay, WI, part of Green Bay Area Public School District. Preble High serves approximately 2,147 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Preble High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,855 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Preble High show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

Preble High is a large school: 2,147 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

42% of students at Preble 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 Progress1.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
College Readiness8.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation26.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,394
Chronic Absenteeism42%

Preble High — Students at Preble High score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.2% (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
74%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
24%

* 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: 1.7/10.

How Preble High Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
12th percentile in WI
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
128 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
26.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·29 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

2222 Deckner Ave, Green Bay, WI 54302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Preble High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NORTHEASTERN WISCONSIN LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Dewey Academy of Learning (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northeast Wisconsin School of Innovation (rated 5.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Green Bay, see our Green Bay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Danz Elementary Green Bay 0.6 mi 5.4
ST BERNARD GRADE SCHOOL-GRACE Green Bay 0.5 mi 6.5
Martin Elementary Green Bay 0.8 mi 6.1
GREEN BAY AREA CATHOLIC EDUCATION, INC. Green Bay 0.8 mi 6.0
Eisenhower Elementary Green Bay 1.1 mi 4.5
Edison Middle Green Bay 1.0 mi 3.8
Sullivan Elementary Green Bay 1.1 mi 4.1
Wilder Elementary Green Bay 1.7 mi 5.0
East High Green Bay 1.4 mi 3.5
NORTHEASTERN WISCONSIN LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Green Bay 1.8 mi 7.1
Nicolet Elementary Green Bay 1.6 mi 4.8
Green Bay Head Start Green Bay 1.6 mi 3.7
Washington Middle Green Bay 1.5 mi 3.3
Bay View Green Bay 1.8 mi
Dr Rosa Minoka-Hill School Green Bay 1.8 mi 5.2
ROYAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Green Bay 1.9 mi
Baird Elementary Green Bay 1.8 mi 5.9
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Bay 2.0 mi 6.3
John Dewey Academy of Learning Green Bay 2.2 mi 7.0
Northeast Wisconsin School of Innovation Green Bay 2.2 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,772

Median Home Value

$164,500

Median Rent

$881/mo

Population

31,426

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

49.9%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

33.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Preble High

What grades does Preble High serve?

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

How many students attend Preble High?

Preble High has an enrollment of approximately 2,147 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Preble High?

The student-teacher ratio at Preble High is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Preble High rank in WI?

Preble High ranks #1,855 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Preble High's MySchoolScout rating?

Preble High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Preble High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Preble High has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Preble High a charter school?

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

Is Preble High a Title I school?

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

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

49.1% of students at Preble 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
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,147
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
128
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.0%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

Green Bay Area Public School District
District Enrollment
18,579
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,394
District Rank
#30 of 42

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