Appleton North High School

Appleton North High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
5000 N Ballard Rd,  Appleton, WI
Appleton Area School District
3.9
3.5
1,612 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
James Huggins
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1320
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
33%
Reading Proficiency
43%
Average GPA
3.52
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B
Teachers
B
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.52
Reading Proficiency
43%
Math Proficiency
33%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
91
Full Time Teachers
91
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1320
Math
660
Verbal
650
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
27
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
19
AP Pass Rate
83.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
403:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%
White
71%
Hispanic
10.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.9%
Black
5%
Two or more races
2.9%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Wisconsin-Madison 254 Students
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee 166 Students
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 158 Students
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh 133 Students
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 99 Students
Fox Valley Technical College 98 Students
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point 90 Students
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse 83 Students
Marquette University 62 Students
Northwestern University 60 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 83 Students
Psychology 82 Students
Nursing 63 Students
Biology 62 Students
Marketing 49 Students
Political Science and Government 31 Students
Chemistry 31 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 31 Students
Pre-Law Studies 30 Students
Communications 30 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 232 Reviews
4.0 Senior
4/15/2025
I think Appleton North is a good school just to get you through high school. Its one of the best withing a 15 mile radius in my opinion, but I feel as if I hadn't learned enough or had given preparation for college. Most of the Staff is friendly and eager to help, but certain teachers are unavoidable. I wish the Administration took understanding students and their lives out of academics was a larger priority in the school, based on personal experience and others that attend.
4.0 Senior
11/9/2024
Appleton North High School is a wonderful place to attend. The arts and sports programs are well funded and engaging.
5.0 Senior
5/14/2024
I have loved my experience at Appleton North High School! All of the teachers are great and I have made many friends here. The classes are super fun and use new ways to teach, which I find very helpful.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 2 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/20/2020
My daughter graduated from North and I substitute taught there. Their drama department is excellent. I have high regard for this high school.
2.0 student
3/14/2015
Appleton North focuses too much on unrealistic academic achievement. Need to submit your class rank to colleges? It's a shame that you attended Appleton North. If you do not have a 4.0 GPA you are already dropped to below 60% of your class rank, a 3.5 and you're under 50%. Appleton North feels like...

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Appleton North High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Appleton, WI and is served by the Appleton Area School District in Wisconsin. The school has a total enrollment of 1,612 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 33% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 43% are proficient in reading. Appleton North High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.52, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1320 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $503,366. Discover additional schools in the area, like Little Chute Area School, Little Chute High School, Fox Valley Lutheran High School, and more. Learn more about what Appleton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Appleton North High School.

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