New Richmond High School is a public high school located in New Richmond, Wisconsin, serving grades 9 through 12. The Tigers welcomed Nichole Benson as new NRHS Principal for the 2022–23 school year. The mission of NRHS is "Inspire Every Student to Learn to His or Her Potential".
Serving 1,086 students in grades 9-12, New Richmond High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,086 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Richmond High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
New Richmond High School's student population of 1,086 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,086 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
New Richmond High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Richmond High School is 0.21, which is less 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
#806 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Richmond High School's ranking?
New Richmond High School is ranked #806 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are New Richmond High School often compared to?
New Richmond High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudson High School, Somerset High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Richmond High School?
The graduation rate of New Richmond High School is 93%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend New Richmond High School?
1,086 students attend New Richmond High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of New Richmond High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Richmond High School?
New Richmond High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Richmond High School offer ?
New Richmond High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Richmond High School part of?
New Richmond High School is part of New Richmond School District.
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