Average
#2375 of 3,813 schools in IL
Wilmington High School
High School · Wilmington Cusd 209u · Wilmington, IL
A Wilmington Cusd 209u high school where students score 6 points below what's typical for similar communities.
209 Wildcat Ct, Wilmington, IL 60481
- Math 27% proficient (2021)
- Reading 22% proficient (2022)
- 4/5 advanced STEM subjects
Academics
Full Profile · 4/4 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Wilmington High School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. IL average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 5 points since 2019, to 22% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
Show all 14 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 34% (multi-year average, 2009-2021) · reading/ELA 42% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
42.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Wilmington High School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Chicago map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 18Car-Dependent
- Bike 32Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated1,029/100K
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Wilmington), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$76,398
Median home value
$224,800
Median rent
$975/mo
College educated
16.8%
Homeownership
74%
Poverty rate
10.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 60481; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
1 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reed-custer High SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.4 | 9–12 | 5.0 mi | 397 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Wilmington Cusd 209u
- Schools in district
- 4
- Rank in district
- #3 of 4
- District spending per student
- $13,098NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 7.5%Census SAIPE · 2024
Wilmington High School is listed in Wilmington CUSD 209U; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Wilmington High School
Wilmington High School is a public high school in Wilmington, IL, part of Wilmington Cusd 209u, serving approximately 432 students in grades 9th-12th with a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,375 of 3,813 schools in IL. State assessment records show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Wilmington High School
What grades does Wilmington High School serve?
Wilmington High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wilmington High School?
Wilmington High School has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilmington High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilmington High School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilmington High School rank in IL?
Wilmington High School ranks #2,375 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Wilmington High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wilmington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Wilmington High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilmington High School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wilmington High School a charter school?
No, Wilmington High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wilmington High School a Title I school?
No, Wilmington High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilmington High School?
42.1% of students at Wilmington High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Will County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (815) 926-1752
- Area population (ZIP 60481)
- 11,277
- Area average commute
- 27.6 min
- Area median age
- 43.6
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2021 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2021 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 60481; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2021, multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.