Wilson Area High School is a four-year public high school located in Easton, Pennsylvania in the Lehigh Valley region of eastern Pennsylvania. It is the only high school in the Wilson Area School District. The high school supports the residents of Wilson, West Easton and Glendon boroughs, and Williams Township.
Serving 729 students in grades 9-12, Wilson Area High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Wilson Area High School's student population of 729 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1994
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Wilson Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Area High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1069 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
51%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Area High School's ranking?
Wilson Area High School is ranked #1069 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wilson Area High School often compared to?
Wilson Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Easton Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson Area High School?
The graduation rate of Wilson Area High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wilson Area High School?
729 students attend Wilson Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wilson Area High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Area High School?
Wilson Area High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Area High School offer ?
Wilson Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilson Area High School part of?
Wilson Area High School is part of Wilson Area School District.
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