Serving 235 students in grades 9-12, Wiggins High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wiggins High School's student population of 235 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
School Rankings
Wiggins High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wiggins High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#736 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
29%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
67%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wiggins High School's ranking?
Wiggins High School is ranked #736 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Wiggins High School often compared to?
Wiggins High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Morgan High School, Brush High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wiggins High School?
The graduation rate of Wiggins High School is 90%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Wiggins High School?
235 students attend Wiggins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Wiggins High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wiggins High School?
Wiggins High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wiggins High School offer ?
Wiggins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wiggins High School part of?
Wiggins High School is part of School District No. Re-50 Wiggins.
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