It is divided into wings lettered a-g, an auditorium, 3 gymnasiums (not including the fitness center),a common area for upperclassmen, and several courtyards.

There is a cafe inside the school, called the Bulldog Brew, which sells items such as snacks, muffins, and most popularly coffee which is operated by student volunteers in yearbook, and is open from 6:50 until 7:20 in the morning, and for a few minutes after the final bell.

The school has a 500+ seat auditorium that is home to an award winning Band, Choir, and Theatre program as well as being available for rent.

The staff consists of roughly 110 teachers in various subjects and roles (Athletics, Career Tech Education, Creative Arts, English, Foreign Language Mathematics, Social Studies,and Science, Counseling, Social Work, etc.)

Wauconda competes in the Northern Lake County Conference and Illinois High School Association.