Whitnall High School is a comprehensive secondary school in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. It is part of the Whitnall School District. It is named for Charles B. Whitnall, the first Socialist City Treasurer of Milwaukee and the architect of Milwaukee County's system of public parks.
Serving 834 students in grades 9-12, Whitnall High School ranks in the top 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 is 35-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitnall High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Whitnall High School's student population of 834 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
834 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Whitnall High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitnall High School is 0.53, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#727 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
66%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitnall High School's ranking?
Whitnall High School is ranked #727 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Whitnall High School often compared to?
Whitnall High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greendale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitnall High School?
The graduation rate of Whitnall High School is 97%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Whitnall High School?
834 students attend Whitnall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Whitnall High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitnall High School?
Whitnall High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Whitnall High School offer ?
Whitnall High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitnall High School part of?
Whitnall High School is part of Whitnall School District.
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