Serving 481 students in grades 9-12, Waverly High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Waverly High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district within Waverly, NY, covering approximately 86.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waverly High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waverly High School's student population of 481 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waverly High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly High School is 0.10, 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
#1255 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
KIDS. COMMUNITY. EACH OTHER
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waverly High School's ranking?
Waverly High School is ranked #1255 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Waverly High School often compared to?
Waverly High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sayre Area High School, Spencer-van Etten High School, Tioga Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waverly High School?
The graduation rate of Waverly High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Waverly High School?
481 students attend Waverly High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Waverly High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waverly High School?
Waverly High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waverly High School offer ?
Waverly High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Waverly High School part of?
Waverly High School is part of Waverly Central School District.
School Reviews
Review Waverly High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
How Much Choice Do High School Students Have?
Learn how graduation requirements, prerequisites, electives, staffing, scheduling conflicts, AP courses, dual enrollment, and career pathways determine how much control high school students have over schedules each year.
Does Your Child Need More Recess?
Explore whether your child may benefit more from recess than another academic period, including research on attention, learning, physical activity, stress, social development, and school-day balance today.
Combined Grade Classrooms, What Parents Should Know
Learn how combined-grade classrooms work, why public schools use them, potential benefits and challenges, and the questions parents should ask before enrolling their child in one today.
