Waterford High School is a public high school in Waterford, Washington County, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Wolf Creek Local School District. Their mascot is the Wildcat, and their official school colors are green and white.
Serving 163 students in grades 9-12, Waterford High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterford High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Waterford, OH school district, covering approximately 74.3 square miles. Most households are within a typical 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterford High School's student population of 163 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1894
School Rankings
Waterford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1275 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Waterford High School is a public high school in Waterford, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Wolf Creek Local School District. Their nickname is the Wildcats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford High School's ranking?
Waterford High School is ranked #1275 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Waterford High School often compared to?
Waterford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren High School, Fort Frye High School, Marietta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterford High School?
The graduation rate of Waterford High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Waterford High School?
163 students attend Waterford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Waterford High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% 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 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waterford High School offer ?
Waterford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterford High School part of?
Waterford High School is part of Wolf Creek Local School District.
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