Waterford High School is a public comprehensive high school in Waterford, California, United States. Opened in 2001, it is the only high school in Waterford Unified School District.
Serving 582 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterford High serves the entire district in Waterford, CA, covering approximately 29 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.7 miles away.
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Waterford High School's student population of 582 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
582 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Waterford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford High School is 0.46, 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
#3525 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford High School's ranking?
Waterford High School is ranked #3525 out of 9,523 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Waterford High School?
582 students attend Waterford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Waterford High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterford High School?
Waterford High School has a student ration of 19:1, 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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