Serving 1,196 students in grades 9-12, Wilby High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilby High School serves the northern part of Waterbury, CT, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. The average distance for students traveling to the school is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilby High School's student population of 1,196 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilby High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilby High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#932 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Hispanic
64%
32%
Black
26%
12%
White
5%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
88.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilby High School's ranking?
Wilby High School is ranked #932 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Wilby High School often compared to?
Wilby High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crosby High School, John F. Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilby High School?
The graduation rate of Wilby High School is 71%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Wilby High School?
1,196 students attend Wilby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wilby High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilby High School?
Wilby High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilby High School offer ?
Wilby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilby High School part of?
Wilby High School is part of Waterbury School District.
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