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Wilmot High

High School · Wilmot UHS School District

PO Box 8, Wilmot, WI 53192

Enrollment

922

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

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#1,745 of 2,105

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Wilmot High

4.7/10

High School in Wilmot · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wilmot High

Wilmot High is a public high school in Wilmot, WI, part of Wilmot UHS School District. Wilmot High serves approximately 922 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilmot High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,745 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Wilmot High show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.8 pts below WI schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Wilmot High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)72% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-31.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation17.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,157
Chronic Absenteeism39.9%

Wilmot High — Students at Wilmot High score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).

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Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 43.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
79%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
48%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Wilmot High Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
17th percentile in WI
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
7
4 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
17.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics7sports offered
4 boys'·3 girls'·15 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 8, Wilmot, WI 53192

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilmot High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Antioch Comm High School (rated 8.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Antioch), which scores notably higher. Another option is Johnsburg High School (rated 6.9/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Johnsburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grant Community High School (rated 6.3/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Fox Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmot, see our Wilmot schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Riverview Elementary Silver Lake 2.7 mi 7.8
Trevor-Wilmot Grade Trevor 2.8 mi 8.5
Lakewood Elementary Twin Lakes 3.2 mi 7.4
W C Petty Elementary School Antioch 4.1 mi 5.6
Antioch Upper Grade School Antioch 4.2 mi 5.7
Salem Elementary Salem 4.4 mi 6.5
Randall Consolidated School Burlington 4.6 mi 7.0
Lotus School Spring Grove 5.9 mi 4.3
Grass Lake Elem School Antioch 5.7 mi 5.8
Spring Grove Elementary School Spring Grove 5.6 mi 7.3
Central High Salem 5.3 mi 5.2
Mary Kay McNeill ELC Antioch 5.1 mi 5.0
Emmons Grade School Antioch 5.5 mi 7.0
Wheatland Center Elementary Burlington 5.6 mi 7.3
Antioch Comm High School Antioch 5.5 mi 8.0
FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Antioch 5.7 mi 5.3
Olive C Martin School Lake Villa 7.0 mi 5.3
Hillcrest Elementary School Antioch 6.4 mi 8.0
Johnsburg High School Johnsburg 8.2 mi 6.9
Grant Community High School Fox Lake 8.5 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53192 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Population

131

College Educated

0%

Homeownership

98.9%

Poverty Rate

0%

Median Age

59.2

Similar Schools

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

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Baraboo High Baraboo, WI 4.7
Greenfield High Greenfield, WI 4.7
Milwaukee School of Languages Milwaukee, WI 4.7
Monroe High Monroe, WI 4.7
Sparta High Sparta, WI 4.7
Superior High Superior, WI 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilmot High

What grades does Wilmot High serve?

Wilmot High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Wilmot High?

Wilmot High has an enrollment of approximately 922 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilmot High?

The student-teacher ratio at Wilmot High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wilmot High rank in WI?

Wilmot High ranks #1,745 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Wilmot High's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilmot High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Wilmot High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilmot High has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Wilmot High a charter school?

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

Is Wilmot High a Title I school?

No, Wilmot High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
922
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kenosha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.9%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

Wilmot UHS School District
District Enrollment
922
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,157
District Rank
#1 of 1

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