Wauconda High School
1,460 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Wauconda High School, located in Wauconda, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Wauconda Community Unit School District 118. The school is known for fostering a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success through a diverse curriculum, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and robust career and technical education programs. The campus emphasizes a "Bulldog" spirit, encouraging students to engage in a wide array of extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive athletics and fine arts programs to numerous student-led clubs and organizations.
Beyond the classroom, Wauconda High School focuses on building a supportive community culture that prioritizes student well-being and civic engagement. The school leverages its location in Lake County to provide students with a balance of traditional academic rigor and modern learning resources. By maintaining a strong partnership with families and the local community, the institution aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are equipped with the critical thinking, communication, and social skills necessary for their future endeavors.
Beyond the classroom, Wauconda High School focuses on building a supportive community culture that prioritizes student well-being and civic engagement. The school leverages its location in Lake County to provide students with a balance of traditional academic rigor and modern learning resources. By maintaining a strong partnership with families and the local community, the institution aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are equipped with the critical thinking, communication, and social skills necessary for their future endeavors.
1,460
Total Students
95.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 851 |
| Hispanic | 481 |
| Black | 21 |
| Asian | 63 |
| Two or More | 43 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White851 (58.3 %)
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Hispanic481 (32.9 %)
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Asian63 (4.3 %)
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Two or More43 (2.9 %)
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Black21 (1.4 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Wauconda CUSD 118 |
| Phone: | (847)526-6611 |
| Website: | http://www.d118.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,460 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 95.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
379
Grade 10
385
Grade 11
370
Grade 12
326
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 379 |
| Grade 10 | 385 |
| Grade 11 | 370 |
| Grade 12 | 326 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 677 | 46.4% |
| Male | 783 | 53.6% |
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