Waterloo High School is a public high school located in Waterloo, New York, United States. As of 2021, it has an enrollment of 471 students from grades 9–12. Waterloo High School is ranked 816th within New York. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® coursework and exams.
Serving 404 students in grades 9-12, Waterloo High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterloo High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Waterloo, NY, encompassing approximately 86.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the zone edge and a maximum of 7.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterloo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waterloo High School's student population of 404 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterloo High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterloo High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1457 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterloo High School's ranking?
Waterloo High School is ranked #1457 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Waterloo High School often compared to?
Waterloo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mynderse Academy, Romulus Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterloo High School?
The graduation rate of Waterloo High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Waterloo High School?
404 students attend Waterloo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Waterloo High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterloo High School?
Waterloo High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterloo High School offer ?
Waterloo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterloo High School part of?
Waterloo High School is part of Waterloo Central School District.
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