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Below Average

#1710 of 2,105 schools in WI

Stevens Point Area Senior High

High School · Stevens Point Area Public School District

1201 N Point Dr, Stevens Point, WI 54481

Enrollment

1,458

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

4.8

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,710 of 2,105

In Stevens Point

#10 of 13

public schools

In district

#13 of 16

Stevens Point Area Public School District

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4.8/10

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About Stevens Point Area Senior High

Stevens Point Area Senior High is a public high school in Stevens Point, WI, part of Stevens Point Area Public School District. Stevens Point Area Senior High serves approximately 1,458 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Stevens Point Area Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,710 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Stevens Point Area Senior High show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Stevens Point Area Senior 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 Progress2.8Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation23.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,976
Chronic Absenteeism30.5%

Stevens Point Area Senior High — Students at Stevens Point Area Senior High score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.7%

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 48.2% (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
80%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
31%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Stevens Point Area Senior High Compares

See how Stevens Point Area Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
19th percentile in WI
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
22
10 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
93 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
23.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
10 boys'·12 girls'·23 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

1201 N Point Dr, Stevens Point, WI 54481

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stevens Point Area Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Charles F Fernandez Center Alt Learning (rated 4.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Point of Discovery School (rated 3.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Stevens Point, see our Stevens Point schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
PACELLI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Stevens Point 0.5 mi 6.4
Madison Elementary Stevens Point 0.5 mi 7.3
PACELLI CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL Stevens Point 0.9 mi 6.6
ST STEPHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stevens Point 1.3 mi 7.4
ST STEPHEN SCHOOL Stevens Point 1.1 mi 6.8
Juvenile Detention Stevens Point 1.4 mi
Jefferson Elementary Stevens Point 1.5 mi 7.3
P J Jacobs Junior High Stevens Point 1.4 mi 6.1
STEVENS POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY/PK Stevens Point 1.6 mi 7.0
STEVENS POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stevens Point 1.6 mi 7.4
Charles F Fernandez Center Alt Learning Stevens Point 2.1 mi 4.1
Point of Discovery School Stevens Point 2.1 mi 3.9
Washington Elementary Stevens Point 1.7 mi 5.8
McKinley Center Stevens Point 2.4 mi 6.3
Preschool Options Stevens Point 3.0 mi 5.3
Point 4 the Future Stevens Point 3.0 mi 3.4
Benjamin Franklin Junior High Stevens Point 3.0 mi 6.0
McDill Elementary Stevens Point 3.9 mi 7.2
Bannach Elementary Stevens Point 3.3 mi 7.7
Plover-Whiting Elementary Plover 5.1 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54481 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,234

Median Home Value

$191,700

Median Rent

$853/mo

Population

27,878

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

55.8%

Avg Commute

16.8 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

30.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stevens Point Area Senior High

What grades does Stevens Point Area Senior High serve?

Stevens Point Area Senior High serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Stevens Point Area Senior High?

Stevens Point Area Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,458 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stevens Point Area Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Stevens Point Area Senior High is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stevens Point Area Senior High rank in WI?

Stevens Point Area Senior High ranks #1,710 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Stevens Point Area Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Stevens Point Area Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Stevens Point Area Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stevens Point Area Senior High has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Stevens Point Area Senior High a charter school?

No, Stevens Point Area Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stevens Point Area Senior High a Title I school?

No, Stevens Point Area Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stevens Point Area Senior High?

33.7% of students at Stevens Point Area Senior 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
1,458
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
93
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Portage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.5%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

Stevens Point Area Public School District
District Enrollment
6,980
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,976
District Rank
#13 of 16

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