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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

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin high schools

#170 of 499

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Strong

About Wilmot High

Wilmot High serves 922 students in grades 9-12 in this small Kenosha County community. With 57 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio, providing opportunities for more personalized attention in the classroom. As a regular public school, Wilmot High currently ranks in the 18th percentile among Wisconsin high schools, with a MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10, indicating the school has significant room for academic growth and development.

The administration and faculty are working to strengthen educational outcomes for their nearly 1,000 students who call this institution home. The school draws from a close-knit community, serving families throughout the Wilmot area and surrounding neighborhoods. Despite its large suburban setting classification, Wilmot High maintains a strong connection to its local roots, with the school serving as an important community anchor.

For families considering Wilmot High, the school offers the comprehensive programming typical of a mid-sized high school, with opportunities for students to grow academically and socially during their four years. The school sits in a community where education remains a priority, even as the institution works to enhance its academic standing among Wisconsin's high schools.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+2 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics5.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32%
Reading/ELA Proficiency48%
Overall Proficiency40%
Expected (poverty-adj.)59%
vs. Expected-18.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation17.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.6Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,026

Wilmot High — Students at Wilmot High score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 31.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
30%
ELA
42%
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: 7.3/10.

How Wilmot High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
42th percentile in WI
Academic
5.7/10
5.7/10
Growth
7.3/10
Above average
Environment
6.6/10
Above average

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 7.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Antioch), which scores notably higher. Another option is Johnsburg High School (rated 5.5/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Johnsburg), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Grant Community High School (rated 5.5/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Fox Lake), with a comparable rating. 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 5.8
Trevor-Wilmot Grade Trevor 2.8 mi 7.5
Lakewood Elementary Twin Lakes 3.2 mi 7.4
W C Petty Elementary School Antioch 4.1 mi 3.9
Antioch Upper Grade School Antioch 4.2 mi 5.6
Salem Elementary Salem 4.4 mi 6.7
Randall Consolidated School Burlington 4.6 mi 6.7
Lotus School Spring Grove 5.9 mi 4.4
Grass Lake Elem School Antioch 5.7 mi 7.9
Spring Grove Elementary School Spring Grove 5.6 mi 6.0
Central High Salem 5.3 mi 5.4
Mary Kay McNeill ELC Antioch 5.1 mi 5.0
Emmons Grade School Antioch 5.5 mi 8.2
Wheatland Center Elementary Burlington 5.6 mi 6.3
Antioch Comm High School Antioch 5.5 mi 7.5
FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Antioch 5.7 mi 5.3
Olive C Martin School Lake Villa 7.0 mi 6.0
Hillcrest Elementary School Antioch 6.4 mi 8.0
Johnsburg High School Johnsburg 8.2 mi 5.5
Grant Community High School Fox Lake 8.5 mi 5.5

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

Community Profile

It is a community where 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 0.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Jefferson High Jefferson, WI 6.2
South High Waukesha, WI 6.2
Monona Grove High Monona, WI 6.3
South Division High Milwaukee, WI 6.3
West Salem High West Salem, WI 6.3
Burlington High School Burlington, WI 6.1

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 is ranked #1226 out of 2,102 schools in WI.

What is Wilmot High's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilmot High has a composite rating of 6.2 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 Wilmot High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wilmot High has 31.0% math proficiency and 45.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

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

County Safety
Average (261/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

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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