Wapahani High School is a high school located near Selma, Indiana. The school is the only high school for the community, which is served by Liberty-Perry Community Schools.
Serving 349 students in grades 9-12, Wapahani High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wapahani High School serves the entire district of Selma, IN, encompassing an area of 65.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located approximately 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wapahani High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wapahani High School's student population of 349 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Rankings
Wapahani High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wapahani High School is 0.13, 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
#969 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wapahani High School's ranking?
Wapahani High School is ranked #969 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Wapahani High School often compared to?
Wapahani High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Muncie Central High School, Cowan High School, Monroe Central Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wapahani High School?
The graduation rate of Wapahani High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wapahani High School?
349 students attend Wapahani High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wapahani High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wapahani High School?
Wapahani High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wapahani High School offer ?
Wapahani High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wapahani High School part of?
Wapahani High School is part of Liberty-Perry Community Sch Corp School District.
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