Serving 1,480 students in grades 9-12, Wauconda High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wauconda High School's student population of 1,480 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wauconda High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wauconda High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1219 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
34%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wauconda High School's ranking?
Wauconda High School is ranked #1219 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wauconda High School?
The graduation rate of Wauconda High School is 87%, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wauconda High School?
1,480 students attend Wauconda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wauconda High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wauconda High School?
Wauconda High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wauconda High School offer ?
Wauconda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wauconda High School part of?
Wauconda High School is part of Wauconda CUSD 118 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/1/2020
Teachers were cool. So that's why they get the 5 star rating.
2 9/21/2009
Not very good counselor.
Don't offer enough electives/languages.
Need more experienced coaches.
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