Walter Reuther Central High School is an alternative high school in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Part of the Kenosha Unified School District, the school serves 382 students in grades 9-12.
Serving 358 students in grades 9-12, Reuther 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 is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reuther Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Reuther Central High School's student population of 358 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
358 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Reuther Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reuther Central High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1863 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
33%
14%
Black
24%
9%
White
33%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reuther Central High School's ranking?
Reuther Central High School is ranked #1863 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Reuther Central High School often compared to?
Reuther Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tremper High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reuther Central High School?
The graduation rate of Reuther Central High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Reuther Central High School?
358 students attend Reuther Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Reuther Central High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reuther Central High School?
Reuther Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reuther Central High School offer ?
Reuther Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Reuther Central High School part of?
Reuther Central High School is part of Kenosha School District.
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