Wilton High School is a public high school in Wilton, Connecticut, U.S., considered "one of Connecticut's top performers" in various measures of school success in 2007, including scores on standardized mathematics and reading tests.
Serving 1,244 students in grades 9-12, Wilton High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wilton High School's student population of 1,244 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilton High School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilton High School is 0.42, 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
#20 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
1%
12%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilton High School's ranking?
Wilton High School is ranked #20 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Wilton High School often compared to?
Wilton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilton High School?
The graduation rate of Wilton High School is 94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wilton High School?
1,244 students attend Wilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Wilton High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilton High School?
Wilton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilton High School offer ?
Wilton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilton High School part of?
Wilton High School is part of Wilton School District.
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