Serving 956 students in grades 9-12, Waterford High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterford High School's student population of 956 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#866 out of 1984 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
1%
9%
White
90%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford High School's ranking?
Waterford High School is ranked #866 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waterford High School often compared to?
Waterford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterford High School?
The graduation rate of Waterford High School is 93%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Waterford High School?
956 students attend Waterford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Waterford High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterford High School?
Waterford High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waterford High School offer ?
Waterford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterford High School part of?
Waterford High School is part of Waterford UHS School District.
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