Serving 589 students in grades 9-12, Waterford High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waterford High School's student population of 589 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3115 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford High School's ranking?
Waterford High School is ranked #3115 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Waterford High School often compared to?
Waterford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterford High School?
The graduation rate of Waterford High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Waterford High School?
589 students attend Waterford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Waterford High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterford High School?
Waterford High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Waterford High School offer ?
Waterford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Waterford High School part of?
Waterford High School is part of Waterford Unified School District.
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