Woodrow Wilson High School is an American public high school located in Long Beach, California. This two-block campus is located approximately 1.5 miles from the Pacific Ocean, across from the Recreation Park, and approximately 3 miles from Orange County.
Serving 3,452 students in grades 9-12, Wilson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson High School's student population of 3,452 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
Red, Gold, Cardinal
School Rankings
Wilson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4479 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wilson Classical Bruin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson High School's ranking?
Wilson High School is ranked #4479 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wilson High School often compared to?
Wilson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millikan High School, Polytechnic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson High School?
The graduation rate of Wilson High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wilson High School?
3,452 students attend Wilson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wilson High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson High School?
Wilson High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wilson High School offer ?
Wilson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wilson High School part of?
Wilson High School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilson High School located?
Wilson High School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Eastside.
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