MCFARLAND HIGH SCHOOL
McFarland High is a public high school that is part of the McFarland School District school district, located in McFarland, WI with about 697 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 48 teachers, McFarland High has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
McFarland High School, located in McFarland, Wisconsin, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the McFarland School District. Situated on Farwell Street, the school is deeply integrated into the small-town community, focusing on providing a comprehensive curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with diverse extracurricular opportunities. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes student achievement, character development, and preparation for post-secondary success.
Beyond its core academic programs, McFarland High School places a strong value on student engagement through a variety of athletics, fine arts, and career-focused organizations. The district prides itself on maintaining strong communication with families and community stakeholders to ensure that all students have the resources necessary to excel. By leveraging its suburban setting near Madison, the school strives to provide students with a well-rounded experience that combines the personalized attention of a smaller district with the expansive educational goals required in a modern academic landscape.
For more information, contact McFarland High at (608) 838-3166 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
McFarland, WI 53558-9216
(608) 838-3166
http://www.mcfarland.k12.wi.us
MCFARLAND HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in McFarland, WI with about 697 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Wisconsin
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- McFarland School District
- Total Students:
- 697
- Teachers:
- 48.57
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 697 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MCFARLAND HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.
- White
- 84.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.0%
- Two or more races
- 4.3%
- Asian
- 3.2%
- Black or African American
- 2.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.6%
- Male
- 50.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.