East High

east.madison.k12.wi.us/

1,643 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

East High School, located on East Washington Avenue in Madison, Wisconsin, is a prominent public secondary school serving the Madison Metropolitan School District. Known for its rich history and deep roots in the local community, the school serves a diverse student population, reflecting the vibrant and varied demographics of Madison’s east side. The school is widely recognized for its iconic architectural character and its commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that prepares students for post-secondary success.

Academically, East High offers a robust curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized career and technical education programs, and extensive extracurricular opportunities ranging from competitive athletics to fine and performing arts. As part of the Madison Metropolitan School District, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, focusing on student equity, social-emotional learning, and academic excellence. By maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding neighborhood, East High serves as a central hub for community engagement and student development in the Madison area.

1,643

Total Students

106.3

Full-Time Teachers

15.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

57.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for East High
Demographic	Student Count
White	562
Hispanic	415
Black	371
Asian	112
Two or More	160
American Indian	6

White
562 (34.6%)
Hispanic
415 (25.5%)
Black
371 (22.8%)
Two or More
160 (9.8%)
Asian
112 (6.9%)
American Indian
6 (0.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Madison Metropolitan School District
Phone:	(608)204-1600
Website:	http://east.madison.k12.wi.us/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,643
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	106.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	840
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	111

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 381

Grade 10 419

Grade 11 417

Grade 12 426