Serving 1,743 students in grades 9-12, Wheeling High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheeling High School serves the northeast part of Wheeling, IL, covering an area of approximately 11.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheeling High School's student population of 1,743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,743 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1964
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Wheeling High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheeling High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2097 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
64%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
25%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeling High School's ranking?
Wheeling High School is ranked #2097 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wheeling High School often compared to?
Wheeling High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Hersey High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheeling High School?
The graduation rate of Wheeling High School is 89%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Wheeling High School?
1,743 students attend Wheeling High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wheeling High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheeling High School?
Wheeling High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheeling High School offer ?
Wheeling High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wheeling High School part of?
Wheeling High School is part of Township HSD 214 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
WHS parents are not overly involved, but they are involved with their kids' education and activities pretty often. Extracurricular activities are pretty available. You can find almost anything that matches your interests. The debate team is great. It's gone to state several times in the past 10 years. Some of the facilities need major improvement, while others look nice. The academic programs have gone downhill since I was there. The kids either get too much homework or very little homework. They're either extremely challenged in their classes or not challenged enough. WHS hasn't made AYP for the past 3 years, so it's currently kinda up in the air as to what will happen to it.
5 10/10/2025
I am a senior at Wheeling. I will be very sad for graduation, because it has truly been the best past 3 years of my life .
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