Prairie du Chien High

Prairie du Chien Area School District
800 E Crawford St
Prairie du Chien, WI 53821
287 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Prairie du Chien High School, located in the river city of Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the local school district. Situated on East Crawford Street, the school acts as a community hub, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by integrating core academic subjects with opportunities for vocational training, athletics, and various extracurricular activities that reflect the spirit of the local community.

The institution places a strong focus on student development and academic growth, maintaining a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. By utilizing resources provided through the Prairie du Chien Area School District, the high school strives to equip its students with the skills necessary to navigate a modern economy while maintaining the close-knit feel of a small-town educational setting. For families and community members, the school serves as a central point for student engagement, local events, and district-wide educational initiatives.
287
Total Students
25.8
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    265 (92.3%)
  • Hispanic
    10 (3.5%)
  • Asian
    5 (1.7%)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.4%)
  • Black
    3 (1.0%)
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: Prairie du Chien Area School District
Phone: (608)326-3700
Website: http://www.pdc.k12.wi.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 287
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 102
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 38

* 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 71
Grade 10 77
Grade 11 64
Grade 12 75
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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