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Stoughton High

High School · Stoughton Area School District

600 Lincoln Ave, Stoughton, WI 53589

Enrollment

864

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,479 of 2,105

In Stoughton

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Stoughton Area School District

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Stoughton High

5.4/10

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

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About Stoughton High

Stoughton High is a public high school in Stoughton, WI, part of Stoughton Area School District. Stoughton High serves approximately 864 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Stoughton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,479 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Stoughton High show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with WI schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • WI avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation25.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,373
Chronic Absenteeism19.8%

Stoughton High — Students at Stoughton High score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (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
84%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Stoughton High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
30th percentile in WI
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
5
3 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
25.6% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics5sports offered
3 boys'·2 girls'·20 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

600 Lincoln Ave, Stoughton, WI 53589

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stoughton High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Insight School of Wisconsin High (rated 6.1/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Mcfarland), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Oregon High (rated 5.9/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Oregon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McFarland High (rated 5.7/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Mcfarland), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Stoughton, see our Stoughton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANN SCHOOL Stoughton 0.3 mi 7.7
Fox Prairie Elementary Stoughton 0.7 mi 7.1
Sandhill Elementary Stoughton 0.9 mi 8.0
River Bluff Middle Stoughton 0.9 mi 5.8
SASD 4K Stoughton 1.0 mi 3.5
Kegonsa Elementary Stoughton 1.6 mi 6.9
Conrad Elvehjem Primary School Mcfarland 6.6 mi 7.2
4K McFarland Mcfarland 6.6 mi 3.3
McFarland High Mcfarland 6.8 mi 5.7
Indian Mound Middle Mcfarland 6.7 mi 7.4
Waubesa Intermediate Mcfarland 7.2 mi 7.1
Wisconsin Virtual Academy K-8 (WIVA) Mcfarland 7.1 mi 4.2
Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (WIVA) Mcfarland 7.1 mi 4.6
Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin High Mcfarland 7.1 mi 4.3
Insight School of Wisconsin High Mcfarland 7.1 mi 6.1
UTICA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stoughton 6.2 mi 5.3
Oregon High Oregon 7.0 mi 5.9
Oregon Middle Oregon 7.2 mi 7.0
Prairie View Elementary Oregon 7.4 mi 9.1
Oregon 4K Oregon 7.4 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53589 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,509

Median Home Value

$318,300

Median Rent

$1,150/mo

Population

19,684

College Educated

40.3%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

44.9

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FOX VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Appleton, WI 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stoughton High

What grades does Stoughton High serve?

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

How many students attend Stoughton High?

Stoughton High has an enrollment of approximately 864 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stoughton High?

The student-teacher ratio at Stoughton High is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stoughton High rank in WI?

Stoughton High ranks #1,479 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Stoughton High's MySchoolScout rating?

Stoughton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Stoughton High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stoughton High has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Stoughton High a charter school?

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

Is Stoughton High a Title I school?

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

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

27.8% of students at Stoughton 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
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
864
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Dane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.8%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

Stoughton Area School District
District Enrollment
2,769
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,373
District Rank
#5 of 6

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