Serving 387 students in grades 9-12, Wheeler High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeler High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Wheeler High School's student population of 387 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheeler High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheeler High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#244 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
80%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Union Township School Corp School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeler High School's ranking?
Wheeler High School is ranked #244 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Wheeler High School often compared to?
Wheeler High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valparaiso High School, Chesterton Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheeler High School?
The graduation rate of Wheeler High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wheeler High School?
387 students attend Wheeler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wheeler High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheeler High School?
Wheeler High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wheeler High School offer ?
Wheeler High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheeler High School part of?
Wheeler High School is part of Union Township School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Any parent would be lucky to have their child attend this establishment. I missed it before I even graduated, and will forever carry with me the lessons learned from the staff there.
I miss it everyday staff and all!
:)
Molly Fiser. Year 2008.
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