For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,480 students in Wauconda, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in Wauconda, IL is Wauconda High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wauconda, IL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Wauconda have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public high schools.
Wauconda, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wauconda High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Wauconda, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wauconda High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
555 N Main St
Wauconda, IL 60084
(847) 526-6611
Wauconda, IL 60084
(847) 526-6611
Gr: 9-12 | 1,480 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Wauconda Cusd 118 Alop
Alternative School
555 N Main St
Wauconda, IL 60084
(847) 526-7950
Wauconda, IL 60084
(847) 526-7950
Gr: 9-10
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Wauconda, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Wauconda, IL include Wauconda High School.
How many public high schools are located in Wauconda?
2 public high schools are located in Wauconda.
What is the racial composition of students in Wauconda?
Wauconda public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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