Summary:
The city of Appleton, Wisconsin is home to 9 high schools, including a mix of traditional public high schools and public charter high schools. These schools serve students in grades 9-12 and are part of the Appleton Area School District, which is ranked 264 out of 426 districts in the state.
Among the standout schools in Appleton are Tesla Engineering Charter School, which consistently ranks among the top high schools in Wisconsin, and Renaissance School, another high-performing charter school. These schools boast exceptional test scores, with Tesla Engineering Charter School having 88.57% of 10th graders proficient or better in ACT Math and 80% proficient or better in ACT Science in 2024-2025. Fox Cities Leadership Academy is also a strong performer, with 85.71% of 10th graders proficient or better in Forward Exam Social Studies in 2024-2025.
The data reveals that the charter schools in Appleton generally outperform the traditional public high schools in terms of statewide rankings and test scores, suggesting the charter school model may be more effective in this area. Additionally, the schools with the highest free/reduced lunch rates tend to have lower test scores, indicating a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance. The student-teacher ratios also vary significantly, with the charter schools tending to have higher ratios, which may be a factor in their academic success.
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