Wickenburg High School

Wickenburg High School

Public High School | Grade 6-12
1090 S Vulture Mine Rd,  Wickenburg, AZ
Wickenburg Unified School District
3.4
2.9
482 Students
C
Niche Grade
With a sprawling campus in the foothills, Wickenburg High School is a public high school serving more than 400 students in ninth through twelfth grades in the Wickenburg Unified School District. In the Home of the Wranglers, faculty strive to prepare all students for successful, productive and happy lives with a broad range of educational opportunities centered around good communication with students, parents, caregivers and the Wickenburg community. Beyond the core curriculum, students can excel in Advanced Placement classes or pursue passions in the arts to enhance their overall learning experience, whether taking electives in piano, band, theater, choral, studio art or yearbook. Wickenburg High hosts a robust career and technical education program in partnership with West-MEC, which prepares students for life after school. Students can develop practical skills in a wide range of disciplines from business management and public safety to agriscience and engineering, and continue hands-on training in construction, automotive, health sciences, manufacturing and coding, among many other career paths. Outside of the classroom, more active Wranglers can compete in the school’s extensive athletics program which manages modern sporting facilities on campus. Football and basketball are always big here, but students can also find team spirit in baseball, softball, soccer, wrestling, swimming, golf, cross country, volleyball, track and field and cheer.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Average GPA
3.3
Graduation Rate
62%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
C-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
D
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.3
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
42.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
540
Verbal
540
Average ACT
22
Math
22
English
20
Reading
22
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Pass Rate
16%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
21%
State Average
44%
Science
16%
State Average
31%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
288:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.1%
Female
48.9%
White
52.2%
Hispanic
42.6%
Black
2.2%
Two or more races
1.5%
Native American
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Northern Arizona University 99 Students
Arizona State University 83 Students
Grand Canyon University 74 Students
University of Arizona 57 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 38 Students
Glendale Community College - Arizona 33 Students
Prescott College 33 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 26 Students
Yavapai College 23 Students
University of San Diego 21 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 23 Students
Psychology 19 Students
Nursing 19 Students
Biology 11 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 7 Students
Computer Science 7 Students
Mechanical Engineering 7 Students
Dental Hygiene 7 Students
Aerospace Engineering 7 Students
Accounting 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 98 Reviews
5.0 Senior
1/8/2020
It is a great school. Small class sizes, teachers that carer, take the time to make sure you understand what is being taught. They stay after to help, come in early to help.
4.0 Senior
10/10/2019
What I liked about Wickenburg High School was how small it was. Almost everybody knew everybody and the people are easy too know. The teachers can be friends and if you want to get involved its easy too do.
4.0 Senior
7/9/2019
I loved my past 3 years at Wickenburg High School. I enjoyed the small school and the small classes. The teachers are amazing and I have always enjoyed all of my classes.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.9 10 Reviews
1.0 parent
8/6/2013
My child just completed their Sophomore year. He is a smart student, but it has been a struggle with this school. The teachers have absolutely no control over their classrooms. I'm always seeing police cars in the parking lot. You'd think that seeing the police cars there would scare the students st...
3.0 other
6/3/2013
I dont go here. But I will be This coming year. My Dad told me were moving and this is the school me and my siblings are ggoing to. Im going to be a Sophmore My brother A Senior and my little Sister a 7th Grader. I was told this is a great school, but I noticed that it is such a big one at that. And...
1.0 student
2/2/2013
I attended this high school from 2008-2012. I strongly do NOT recommend it to you. Whether you want your child to excel in academics or athletics, WHS will be sure to crush that dream. It's been years since either the football or boys basketball teams even made the playoffs. There's a rifle club and...
5.0 parent
8/28/2010
An Excellent School...Wickenburg High School has outstanding academic, athletic, and activities programs. Respectful and hard working students, a positive and safe environment. Caring, good teachers and administrators. I am fortunate to be able to have my children go to this school.

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Wickenburg High School is a public school for students in grades 6-12 in Wickenburg, AZ, in the Wickenburg neighborhood, and is served by the Wickenburg Unified School District in Arizona. The school has a total enrollment of 482 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Wickenburg High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.3, the graduation rate is 62%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1080 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $525,197. Discover additional schools in the area, like Wickenburg Christian Academy, Vulture Peak Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Wickenburg has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Wickenburg High School.

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