Whitefish Bay School District

The Whitefish Bay School District in Wisconsin is home to 4 highly-ranked schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district as a whole is ranked 6th out of 424 districts in the state and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating exceptional academic performance across the board.

Whitefish Bay High School stands out as the district's crown jewel, ranking 2nd out of 415 Wisconsin high schools and earning a 5-star rating. The school boasts exceptional academic achievement, with over 80% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Social Studies, and nearly 70% in Mathematics. In contrast, Richards Elementary is the district's top-performing elementary school, ranking 8th out of 1,067 in the state and earning a 5-star rating of its own. Richards Elementary excels in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, with over 70% of students proficient or better across all grade levels.

While the Whitefish Bay School District as a whole demonstrates exceptional academic performance, the data also suggests some areas for potential exploration. The district's student population is predominantly white, with relatively low percentages of minority students. Additionally, the chronic absenteeism rates, while relatively low, do show some variation across the schools, with the middle school having the highest rate at 8.8%. Understanding the factors contributing to these differences could provide valuable insights for the district as it continues to strive for excellence and equity in education.