Serving 435 students in grades 9-12, Waverly High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waverly High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Waverly, OH, encompassing approximately 119.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waverly High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Waverly High School's student population of 435 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waverly High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2667 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
94%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waverly High School's ranking?
Waverly High School is ranked #2667 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Waverly High School often compared to?
Waverly High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piketon Jr/sr High School, Eastern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waverly High School?
The graduation rate of Waverly High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waverly High School?
435 students attend Waverly High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Waverly High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waverly High School?
Waverly High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waverly High School offer ?
Waverly High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waverly High School part of?
Waverly High School is part of Waverly City School District.
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