Serving 620 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 9:1 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 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- 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
Top Rankings
Wolcott High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wolcott High School's student population of 620 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 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 89%.
How many students attend Wolcott High School?
620 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 9:1, 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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