For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,105 students in Waverly, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 230 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Waverly, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Waverly, IA are West Cedar Elementary School, Southeast Elementary School and Waverly-shell Rock Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waverly, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 68% statewide average). Schools in Waverly have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waverly, IA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Cedar Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
221 15th St Nw
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-2754
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-2754
Grades: K-4
| 227 students
Rank: #22.
Southeast Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
809 4th St Se
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-3582
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-3582
Grades: K-4
| 159 students
Rank: #33.
Waverly-shell Rock Senior High School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1405 4th Ave Sw
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-2087
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-2087
Grades: 9-12
| 731 students
Rank: #44.
Waverly-shell Rock Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 Heritage Way
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-3632
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-3632
Grades: 5-8
| 710 students
Rank: #55.
Margaretta Carey Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
220 9th Ave Nw
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-2855
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-2855
Grades: K-4
| 248 students
Rank: #66.
Greenview Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
106 16th St Sw
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-9273
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-9273
Grades: 9-12
| 30 students
Waverly, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
195 20th St Nw
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-2658
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-2658
Grades: 5-6
| 249 students
215 3rd St Nw
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-3632
Waverly, IA 50677
(319) 352-3632
Grades: 7-8
| 287 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Waverly, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Waverly, IA include West Cedar Elementary School, Southeast Elementary School and Waverly-shell Rock Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Waverly, IA?
6 public schools are located in Waverly, IA.
What percentage of students in Waverly, IA go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Waverly, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Waverly, IA?
Waverly, IA public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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