Oak Creek High School is a public four-year high school located in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. It is the sole high school of the Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District, and one of the largest public schools in the state.
Serving 2,223 students in grades 9-12, Oak Creek High School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oak Creek High School's student population of 2,223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Oak Creek High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Creek High School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#940 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
6%
9%
White
65%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Creek High School's ranking?
Oak Creek High School is ranked #940 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Oak Creek High School often compared to?
Oak Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oak Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Oak Creek High School is 96%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Oak Creek High School?
2,223 students attend Oak Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Oak Creek High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Creek High School?
Oak Creek High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Creek High School offer ?
Oak Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Creek High School part of?
Oak Creek High School is part of Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District.
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