Serving 611 students in grades 9-12, Wolcott High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wolcott High School's student population of 611 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
611 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wolcott High School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wolcott High School is 0.44, 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
#450 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wolcott High School's ranking?
Wolcott High School is ranked #450 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wolcott High School?
The graduation rate of Wolcott High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Wolcott High School?
611 students attend Wolcott High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Wolcott High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wolcott High School?
Wolcott High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wolcott High School offer ?
Wolcott High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wolcott High School part of?
Wolcott High School is part of Wolcott School District.
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