Serving 1,686 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 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,686 students
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Central High School serves the western part of Lebanon, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 191.7 square miles, where most students live within a 15-20 minute drive, averaging about 8.3 miles from the school, with some residing as far as 14.4 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wilson Central High School's student population of 1,686 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,686 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
89 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Challenge Heightens Success
School Rankings
Wilson Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Central High School is 0.50, 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
#519 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Asian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: 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 #519 out of 1,728 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson Central High School?
The graduation rate of Wilson Central High School is 92%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Wilson Central High School?
1,686 students attend Wilson Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wilson Central High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Wilson Central High School offer ?
Wilson Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilson Central High School part of?
Wilson Central High School is part of Wilson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school, wide variety of afterschool and extracurricular activities. All of which I would recommend getting involved in.
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