GLEN A. WILSON HIGH SCHOOL

Glen A. Wilson High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Hacienda la Puente Unified school district, located in Hacienda Heights, CA with about 1,523 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 62 teachers, Glen A. Wilson High has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Glen A. Wilson High School, located in Hacienda Heights, California, is a prominent secondary institution within the Hacienda La Puente Unified School District. Known for its rigorous academic culture, the school consistently maintains high performance standards, offering a broad spectrum of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized pathways designed to prepare students for success at competitive universities. The school serves a diverse student body, fostering an environment that emphasizes college readiness, critical thinking, and intellectual growth.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Glen A. Wilson is well-regarded for its vibrant extracurricular landscape. The school hosts a variety of athletic programs, performing arts groups, and student-led clubs that contribute to a strong sense of school spirit and community. With a focus on holistic development, the institution encourages students to balance their academic pursuits with leadership opportunities and community service, aiming to cultivate well-rounded individuals ready to navigate the complexities of the modern workforce and higher education.

For more information, contact Glen A. Wilson High at (626) 934-4410 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

16455 Wedgeworth Dr.
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745-3045
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GLEN A. WILSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Hacienda Heights, CA with about 1,523 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,523
Teachers:
62
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,523 students

Hispanic/Latino
52.7%
Asian
38.6%
White
5.5%
Two or more races
1.6%
Black or African American
1.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
48.5%
Male
51.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.