Serving 117 students in grades 7-12, Wilbur Secondary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilbur Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wilbur Secondary School's student population of 117 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilbur Secondary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilbur Secondary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#957 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilbur Secondary School's ranking?
Wilbur Secondary School is ranked #957 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilbur Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Wilbur Secondary School is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wilbur Secondary School?
117 students attend Wilbur Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wilbur Secondary School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilbur Secondary School?
Wilbur Secondary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wilbur Secondary School offer ?
Wilbur Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Wilbur Secondary School part of?
Wilbur Secondary School is part of Wilbur School District.
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