Kettle Moraine High School is a secondary school located in Wales, Wisconsin. It is a part of the Kettle Moraine School District. It is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Kettle Moraine was named a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 2002 by the U.S. Department of Education.
Serving 869 students in grades 9-12, Kettle Moraine High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kettle Moraine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kettle Moraine High School's student population of 869 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
869 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kettle Moraine High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kettle Moraine High School is 0.24, 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
#547 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
87%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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: Captain Laser
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kettle Moraine High School's ranking?
Kettle Moraine High School is ranked #547 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Kettle Moraine High School often compared to?
Kettle Moraine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kettle Moraine High School?
The graduation rate of Kettle Moraine High School is 97%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kettle Moraine High School?
869 students attend Kettle Moraine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kettle Moraine High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kettle Moraine High School?
Kettle Moraine High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kettle Moraine High School offer ?
Kettle Moraine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kettle Moraine High School part of?
Kettle Moraine High School is part of Kettle Moraine School District.
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