Serving 101 students in grades 6-12, Appleton Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤10% (which was lower than the Wisconsin state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤10% (which was lower than the Wisconsin state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 was higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
101 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≤10%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
American Indian
(15-16)1%
2%
Asian
(15-16)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(15-16)19%
11%
Black
(15-16)12%
9%
White
(15-16)68%
71%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
3%
Graduation Rate
(15-16)70-79%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% WI state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Appleton Central High School?
The graduation rate of Appleton Central High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 86%.
How many students attend Appleton Central High School?
101 students attend Appleton Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Appleton Central High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Appleton Central High School?
Appleton Central High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Appleton Central High School offer ?
Appleton Central High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Appleton Central High School part of?
Appleton Central High School is part of Appleton Area School District.
Recent Articles
Public School Rankings: Are They Accurate?
Explore how accurate public school rankings really are, their limitations, and how parents can interpret them in 2026.
Public School Schedule Options Explained for Families
Learn how public school schedule options like year-round calendars, block scheduling, and later start times affect students and families in 2026.
How to Request Special Education Services at School Registration
A step-by-step guide for families on how to request special education services at school registration, including IEPs, 504 plans, timelines, and tips.
