Wilson High School in Florence, Alabama, ranked #691 statewide in 2023, showing a decline from #350 in 2016 and fluctuating within the bottom 50% for overall testing performance in recent years.
Math proficiency at Wilson High School was 21% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, with a decline from 50% in 2018; reading proficiency was 44%, lower than the state average of 47%, while science proficiency matched the state average at 38%.
Enrollment decreased from 1,293 students in 2022 to 671 in 2023 with the student–teacher ratio improving to 15:1; 58% of students qualified for free lunch and 9% for reduced–price lunch, indicating a high level of economic need.
Wilson High School serves grades 7 through 12 with 599 students enrolled and a balanced gender distribution of 50% male and 50% female; minority enrollment was approximately 5%, primarily White (570 students).
The school's graduation rate remained strong at 95% in 2023, significantly higher than the state average of 88%, placing it within the top 5% in Alabama for graduation outcomes.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wilson High School's student population of 599 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1916
School Calendar
School Mascot
Warrior
School Rankings
Wilson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#691 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
95%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson High School's ranking?
Wilson High School is ranked #691 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wilson High School often compared to?
Wilson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Lauderdale County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson High School?
The graduation rate of Wilson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wilson High School?
599 students attend Wilson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Wilson High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson High School?
Wilson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilson High School offer ?
Wilson High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson High School part of?
Wilson High School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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