Serving 1,545 students in grades 9-12, Wilson Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wilson Central High School's student population of 1,545 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Central High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#602 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
9%
21%
White
76%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Central High School's ranking?
Wilson Central High School is ranked #602 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Wilson Central High School often compared to?
Wilson Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Juliet High School, Lebanon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson Central High School?
The graduation rate of Wilson Central High School is 97%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wilson Central High School?
1,545 students attend Wilson Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Wilson Central High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Central High School?
Wilson Central High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wilson Central High School offer ?
Wilson Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Central High School part of?
Wilson Central High School is part of Wilson County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2009
Great school, wide variety of afterschool and extracurricular activities. All of which I would recommend getting involved in.
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