Serving 343 students in grades 7-12, Wheeler High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeler High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Wheeler High School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wheeler High School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheeler High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#171 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
12%
White
89%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeler High School's ranking?
Wheeler High School is ranked #171 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheeler High School?
The graduation rate of Wheeler High School is 90%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wheeler High School?
343 students attend Wheeler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Wheeler High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheeler High School?
Wheeler High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wheeler High School offer ?
Wheeler High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheeler High School part of?
Wheeler High School is part of North Stonington School District.
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