Serving 1,375 students in grades 10-12, Waukee High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waukee Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Waukee school district, covering approximately 55.5 square miles in Waukee, IA. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waukee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Waukee High School's student population of 1,375 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,375 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waukee High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waukee High School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#554 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waukee High School's ranking?
Waukee High School is ranked #554 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Waukee High School often compared to?
Waukee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waukee High School?
The graduation rate of Waukee High School is 96%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Waukee High School?
1,375 students attend Waukee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Waukee High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waukee High School?
Waukee High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waukee High School offer ?
Waukee High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waukee High School part of?
Waukee High School is part of Waukee Comm School District.
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