Serving 1,625 students in grades 9-12, Wilson Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wilson Central High School's student population of 1,625 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Central High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
9%
21%
White
72%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Central High School's ranking?
Wilson Central High School is ranked #390 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Wilson Central High School often compared to?
Wilson Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Juliet High School, Lebanon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson Central High School?
The graduation rate of Wilson Central High School is 98%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wilson Central High School?
1,625 students attend Wilson Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Wilson Central High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Central High School?
Wilson Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wilson Central High School offer ?
Wilson Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Central High School part of?
Wilson Central High School is part of Wilson County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2009
Great school, wide variety of afterschool and extracurricular activities. All of which I would recommend getting involved in.
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