Serving 207 students in grades 9-13, Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology's student population of 207 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#251 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
40%
21%
Black
26%
25%
White
26%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology's ranking?
Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology is ranked #251 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology?
The graduation rate of Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology?
207 students attend Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology?
Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology offer ?
Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology part of?
Wilson Academy Of Applied Technology is part of Wilson County Schools School District.
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