School Overview
Portage High School, located at 301 E. Collins St. in Portage, Wisconsin, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Portage Community School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. The curriculum is designed to balance rigorous academic standards with a variety of elective opportunities, allowing students to explore diverse interests ranging from the arts and humanities to technical and vocational disciplines.

Beyond its academic offerings, Portage High School emphasizes the development of well-rounded individuals through a robust selection of extracurricular activities, including athletics, student organizations, and leadership programs. By promoting a culture of community engagement and personal growth, the school encourages students to become active, responsible citizens. For families and community members interested in specific programs, academic calendars, or district policies, further information is available through their official website at http://www.portage.k12.wi.us.
706
Total Students
48.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
25.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Portage High
Demographic Student Count
White597
Hispanic69
Black10
Asian6
Two or More19
American Indian5
  • White
    597 (84.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    69 (9.8 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (2.7 %)
  • Black
    10 (1.4 %)
  • Asian
    6 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Portage Community School District
Phone: (608)742-8545
Website: http://www.portage.k12.wi.us/schools/high/
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 706
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 48.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 156
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 27
Grades Taught
Grade 8 1
Grade 9 184
Grade 10 143
Grade 11 193
Grade 12 185

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Portage High
Grade Student Count
Grade 81
Grade 9184
Grade 10143
Grade 11193
Grade 12185
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Portage High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female33647.6%
Male37052.4%