Wolcott High School serves 688 students in grades 9-12.
Wolcott High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wolcott High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Wolcott High School's student population of 688 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
688 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Wolcott High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Wolcott High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#350 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%

Hispanic
3%
28%

Black
4%
13%

White
86%
50%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
96%
90%

Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 #350 out of 940 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wolcott High School?
The graduation rate of Wolcott High School is 96%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wolcott High School?
688 students attend Wolcott High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Wolcott High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wolcott High School?
Wolcott High School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wolcott High School part of?
Wolcott High School is part of Wolcott School District.
School Reviews
Review Wolcott High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Nearby Homes for Sale
-
385 GREYSTONE RD
PLYMOUTH, CT$339,900- 4 Beds | 3 Baths
- (3.00 miles from school)
-
35 IDYLWOOD AVE
WATERBURY, CT$325,000- 6 Beds | 2 Baths
- (4.79 miles from school)
-
98 ANGEL DR APT A
WATERBURY, CT$69,900- 2 Beds | 1 Bath
- (5.91 miles from school)
-
31 VAN ORMAN ST
WATERTOWN, CT$259,999- 5 Beds | 2 Baths
- (6.12 miles from school)
Recent Articles

A Story of Overcoming Common Reading Difficulties
Follow the story of Sarah, a fictional character who overcame common reading difficulties with the help of the three cueing system. This blog post explores the advantages and disadvantages of the three cueing system and provides strategies for implementing it effectively.

Voucher Program Update: Florida
Many states now offer voucher programs. We look at the voucher program available in Florida.

Standardized Tests
Standardized tests have a long history in American K-12 education. We examine what standardized tests evaluate and more.