Serving 713 students in grades 9-12, Waterford High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterford High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Waterford, CT, covering approximately 44.5 square miles. Most students typically live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterford High School's student population of 713 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
713 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Waterford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#319 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Lancer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford High School's ranking?
Waterford High School is ranked #319 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Waterford High School often compared to?
Waterford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ledyard High School, New London High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT 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 Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Waterford High School?
713 students attend Waterford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Waterford High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterford High School?
Waterford High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waterford High School offer ?
Waterford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterford High School part of?
Waterford High School is part of Waterford School District.
In what neighborhood is Waterford High School located?
Waterford High School is located in the Central Waterford neighborhood of Waterford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Central Waterford.
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