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#190 of 990 schools in CT

Top 19% in state

Wilton High School

High School · Wilton School District

395 Danbury Rd., Wilton, CT 06897

Enrollment

1,244

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Wilton

#2 of 4

public schools

Connecticut high schools

#34 of 196

In district

#2 of 4

Wilton School District

School environment

8.2 / 10

Very strong

About Wilton High School

Wilton High School serves 1,244 students in grades 9-12 in the affluent community of Wilton, Connecticut. With 99 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio that supports personalized attention for its students. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranking as the 96th best high school out of 996 schools statewide, placing it in the 90th percentile.

Students show particularly impressive results in English Language Arts, with 88% achieving proficient or above levels across grade levels. Mathematics performance stands at 66% proficient or above, indicating solid achievement in this subject area as well. Wilton High School benefits from serving a highly educated community where 76% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding ZIP code 06897 has a median household income of $230,545 and a median home value of $863,000, with only a 2.2% poverty rate among its 18,473 residents. This educational and economic foundation provides a supportive environment for student learning and achievement. The school is situated in a large suburban area that combines the advantages of spacious residential neighborhoods with accessibility to educational and cultural resources.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.7Above Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.26 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66%
Reading/ELA Proficiency88%
Overall Proficiency77%
Expected (poverty-adj.)79%
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation28.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,991

Wilton High School — Students at Wilton High School score 77% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 79%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 90.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
76%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
92%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
88%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.

How Wilton High School Compares

See how Wilton High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
81th percentile in CT
Academic
8.1/10
8.1/10
Growth
6.7/10
Above average
Environment
8.2/10
Above average

Location

395 Danbury Rd., Wilton, CT 06897

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilton High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Weston High School (rated 9.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LUKES SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby New Canaan), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wilton, see our Wilton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Cider Mill School Wilton 0.5 mi 7.1
Middlebrook School Wilton 0.7 mi 8.9
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wilton 1.7 mi 6.2
Miller-Driscoll School Wilton 2.5 mi 6.9
GRUMMAN HILL MONTESSORI ASSOC., INC. Wilton 3.2 mi 7.0
Weston Middle School Weston 2.8 mi 8.6
Hurlbutt Elementary School Weston 2.9 mi 6.9
Weston High School Weston 2.9 mi 9.1
Weston Intermediate School Weston 3.0 mi 8.3
Branchville Elementary School Ridgefield 4.1 mi 8.3
Cranbury Elementary School Norwalk 4.1 mi 6.0
ST LUKES SCHOOL New Canaan 3.5 mi 5.6
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School Norwalk 4.5 mi 3.5
East School New Canaan 5.0 mi 9.0
West Rocks Middle School Norwalk 5.4 mi 5.2
Norwalk Early Childhood Center Norwalk 5.4 mi 4.9
WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Norwalk 5.7 mi 4.0
East Ridge Middle School Ridgefield 5.4 mi 7.2
Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School Norwalk 5.7 mi 5.9
Farmingville Elementary School Ridgefield 5.9 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06897 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$227,165

Median Home Value

$891,300

Median Rent

$1,725/mo

Population

18,439

College Educated

73.9%

Homeownership

87.8%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

43.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Wilton High School has a median household income of $227,165. It is a well-educated community where 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $891,300, with a median rent of $1,725/month. The local poverty rate of 2.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Daniel Hand High School Madison, CT 7.9
Hall High School West Hartford, CT 7.9
Ridgefield High School Ridgefield, CT 7.9
Berlin High School Berlin, CT 8.0
Farmington High School Farmington, CT 8.1
Fairfield Ludlowe High School Fairfield, CT 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilton High School

What grades does Wilton High School serve?

Wilton High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Wilton High School?

Wilton High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,244 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilton High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wilton High School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wilton High School rank in CT?

Wilton High School is ranked #190 out of 990 schools in CT.

What is Wilton High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilton High School has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Wilton High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wilton High School has 70.7% math proficiency and 90.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Wilton High School a charter school?

No, Wilton High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wilton High School a Title I school?

No, Wilton High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (652/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Wilton). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,244
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
99
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Wilton School District
District Enrollment
3,809
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,214
District Rank
#2 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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