Serving 123 students in grades 6-12, Waterville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Waterville High School's student population of 123 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterville High School is 0.52, 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
#1338 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
32%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
62%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterville High School's ranking?
Waterville High School is ranked #1338 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Waterville High School often compared to?
Waterville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastmont Senior High School, Bridgeport Aurora High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterville High School?
The graduation rate of Waterville High School is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Waterville High School?
123 students attend Waterville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Waterville High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterville High School?
Waterville High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Waterville High School offer ?
Waterville High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterville High School part of?
Waterville High School is part of Waterville School District.
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