PORT WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
Port Washington High is a public high school that is part of the Port Washington-Saukville School District school district, located in Port Washington, WI with about 766 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 53 teachers, Port Washington 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.
Port Washington High School, located in the lakeside community of Port Washington, Wisconsin, serves as the primary secondary institution for the Port Washington-Saukville School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce, often utilizing the resources and community support of the surrounding Ozaukee County area.
Beyond the classroom, the school fosters a vibrant campus culture characterized by strong athletic programs, diverse student organizations, and a focus on community engagement. By emphasizing both personal character development and academic achievement, Port Washington High School aims to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and social responsibility necessary to succeed in a global society. For families and community members, the school serves as a central hub for student growth, pride, and local academic tradition.
For more information, contact Port Washington High at (262) 268-5500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Port Washington, WI 53074-1899
(262) 268-5500
http://www.pwssd.k12.wi.us
PORT WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Port Washington, WI with about 766 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Wisconsin
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 766
- Teachers:
- 53.45
- 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 766 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PORT WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.7%
- Black or African American
- 3.5%
- Asian
- 1.7%
- Two or more races
- 1.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 51.3%
- Male
- 48.7%
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.