What grades does Vel Phillips Memorial High School serve?

Vel Phillips Memorial High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Madison area.

Where is Vel Phillips Memorial High School located?

Vel Phillips Memorial High School is a urban school in Madison, WI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vel Phillips Memorial High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Vel Phillips Memorial High School is 16.8:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Madison, WI?

Schools in Madison include Vel Phillips Memorial High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Madison area.

WIHighTSIProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Vel Phillips Memorial High School — School Profile & District Info

High|Madison, Wisconsin|Madison Metropolitan School District

Madison, WI 53717

School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

2,005

Student:Teacher

16.8:1

Locale

Urban

District

Madison Metropolitan School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

37.2%

Phone

(608)663-5990

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

54%

84th percentile in WI

Math Proficiency

43%

60th percentile in WI

Graduation Rate

89%

Chronic Absenteeism

29.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

21 courses offered

733 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

877 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

20 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

861 test takers

Athletics

25 sports, 49 teams

507 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.5:1

Worse than average in WI

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

2,260

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

121.2

99% fully certified

Counselors

6.5999999

Psychologists

Social Workers

2.5999999

Nurses

1.4

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,411

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,547

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$22,128

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 19%Local 70%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$433,739

+3.0% 1yr+36.9% 5yr

Madison, WI metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

16.5%

Below 150% poverty line

2.3%

Unemployment rate

3.7%

Uninsured residents

4.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,115

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,798

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

952 (25%)

Autism

869 (23%)

Specific Learning Disability

698 (18%)

Speech/Language Impairment

619 (16%)

Emotional Disturbance

263 (7%)

Intellectual Disability

163 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

2,004

Current enrollment

Stable(+0% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Vel Phillips Memorial High School

Vel Phillips Memorial High School currently enrolls 2,005 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in WI.