Serving 3,349 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson High serves the northeast part of Long Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 15.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson High School's student population of 3,349 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 147 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,349 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
147 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1926
Campus Size
14 acres
School Motto
Academic Excellence and Athletic Excellence
School Rankings
Wilson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson High School is 0.62, 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
#3753 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Bruins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson High School's ranking?
Wilson High School is ranked #3753 out of 9,523 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Wilson High School?
3,349 students attend Wilson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wilson High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% 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 23:1, 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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