DeForest Area High School is a public high school in DeForest, Wisconsin, United States. Part of the DeForest Area School District, the school serves students in grades 9–12.
Serving 1,137 students in grades 9-12, De Forest 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 34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
De Forest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
De Forest High School's student population of 1,137 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage, challenge, inspire
School Rankings
De Forest 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 De Forest High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#827 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
80%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Norski
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Forest High School's ranking?
De Forest High School is ranked #827 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are De Forest High School often compared to?
De Forest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waunakee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of De Forest High School?
The graduation rate of De Forest High School is 97%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend De Forest High School?
1,137 students attend De Forest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of De Forest High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of De Forest High School?
De Forest High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does De Forest High School offer ?
De Forest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is De Forest High School part of?
De Forest High School is part of De Forest Area School District.
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