North High School

North High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2222 Michigan Ave,  Waukesha, WI
School District of Waukesha
3.4
3.8
960 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1380
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
30%
Reading Proficiency
31%
Average GPA
3.38
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.38
Reading Proficiency
31%
Math Proficiency
30%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
62
Full Time Teachers
62
Part Time Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1380
Math
660
Verbal
710
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
24
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
22
AP Pass Rate
49.2%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
268:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.7%
Female
46.3%
White
61.8%
Hispanic
26.7%
Black
6.1%
Two or more races
3.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.6%
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 - Milwaukee 123 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison 85 Students
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater 80 Students
Carroll University 71 Students
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 54 Students
Marquette University 46 Students
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 46 Students
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh 41 Students
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse 38 Students
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point 37 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 48 Students
Business 40 Students
Nursing 33 Students
Biology 21 Students
Marketing 17 Students
Criminology 16 Students
Accounting 14 Students
Elementary Education 14 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 13 Students
Mechanical Engineering 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 135 Reviews
3.0 Junior
1/3/2023
Overall, this school establishes and provides the basic needs for students, but nothing much beyond that. It is basic, as schools go, but it is far better than we can see in the country as society progresses into the more extreme. The school itself does a fine job of keeping students safe and ensuring everyone feels comfortable, even if it isn't always achieved.
4.0 Senior
3/2/2020
i personally enjoyed the teachers the most about the school. each one cared about my education and was very friendly and helped me whenever i needed it
5.0 Alum
7/7/2019
Great teachers, location, environment, and opportunities to learn and become a better you. The only downside is that the athletic teams have been poor at best for several years.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 12 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/6/2025
I can’t say enough good things about North. Wonderful teachers, supportive administrators, and great kids. My daughter has thrived at North. It’s a great school.
5.0 parent
7/11/2021
Small town feel high school experience. Great class sizes and engaging activities for students, with most becoming involved in both the school activities and others around the wonderful surrounding community. The decision to move to this area was a no-brainer and we could not be happier with Waukesh...
1.0 parent
9/4/2020
I'm a parent and this school is a big disappointment my son hates it and nothing is being done to fix the issues and the school district supervisor isn't any better im so upset and frustrated im moving from waukesha just so I can put my child into a different school
5.0 parent
12/22/2019
North offers strong leadership to ensure academic readiness for the future. There is also a strong rec program matched with great coaches who really care. There is very little bullying, and being a smaller school helps maintain a strong feeling of community. Overall this is a great place to learn an...

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North High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Waukesha, WI, in the Waukesha neighborhood, and is served by the School District of Waukesha in Wisconsin. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 960 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 30% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 31% are proficient in reading. North High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.38, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1380 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $360,800. Discover additional schools in the area, like Waukesha Christian Academy, Waukesha Christian Academy, East Alternative School, and more. Learn more about what Waukesha has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near North High School.

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