Serving 344 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 41%). 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), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 344 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 344 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheeler High School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 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 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
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
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
32%
Black
n/a
12%
White
89%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 #174 out of 939 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 41% 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?
344 students attend Wheeler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Wheeler High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wheeler High School part of?
Wheeler High School is part of North Stonington School District.
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