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Whitnall High

High School · Whitnall School District

5000 S 116th St, Greenfield, WI 53228

Enrollment

834

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,578 of 2,105

In Greenfield

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Whitnall School District

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Whitnall High

5.1/10

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

Whitnall Middle

7.6/10

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8.7/10

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About Whitnall High

Whitnall High is a public high school in Greenfield, WI, part of Whitnall School District. Whitnall High serves approximately 834 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitnall High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,578 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Whitnall High show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.4 pts below WI schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • WI avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College Readiness9.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation35.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,630
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Whitnall High — Students at Whitnall High score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 47.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.2% (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
82%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Whitnall High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
25th percentile in WI
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
21
11 boys' · 10 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
15:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
35.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
11 boys'·10 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

5000 S 116th St, Greenfield, WI 53228

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whitnall High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Eisenhower Middle/High (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby New Berlin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nathan Hale High (rated 4.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby West Allis), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Greenfield, see our Greenfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Whitnall Middle Greenfield 0.2 mi 7.6
Edgerton Elementary Hales Corners 0.3 mi 8.7
CORE4 Greenfield 0.3 mi 3.5
JOURNEYS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners 0.7 mi 7.6
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners 0.5 mi
Hales Corners Elementary Hales Corners 1.1 mi 8.3
HALES CORNERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners 1.4 mi 5.6
ST MARY PARISH SCHOOL Hales Corners 1.3 mi 7.1
Alcott Elementary Milwaukee 2.1 mi 3.5
Hoover Elementary New Berlin 2.2 mi 5.0
Eisenhower Middle/High New Berlin 1.9 mi 8.2
Elmwood Elementary New Berlin 2.1 mi 7.8
ST JACOBI EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield 1.9 mi 4.9
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Greenfield 2.0 mi 7.9
ST MATTHIAS PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee 2.6 mi 8.0
Mitchell Elementary West Allis 2.8 mi 6.2
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS New Berlin 2.5 mi 8.2
Country Dale Elementary Franklin 3.1 mi 8.0
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Muskego 2.8 mi 4.5
Nathan Hale High West Allis 3.3 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,288

Median Home Value

$254,700

Median Rent

$1,220/mo

Population

15,084

College Educated

36.4%

Homeownership

53.7%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

43.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whitnall High

What grades does Whitnall High serve?

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

How many students attend Whitnall High?

Whitnall High has an enrollment of approximately 834 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitnall High?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitnall High is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whitnall High rank in WI?

Whitnall High ranks #1,578 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Whitnall High's MySchoolScout rating?

Whitnall High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Whitnall High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitnall High has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Whitnall High a charter school?

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

Is Whitnall High a Title I school?

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

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

28.3% of students at Whitnall 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
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
834
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

Whitnall School District
District Enrollment
2,394
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,630
District Rank
#4 of 5

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