Serving 679 students in grades 9-12, Waverly High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waverly High School serves the entire district of Waverly, NE, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 265.9 square miles, with most students living within a 15-20 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the zone is about 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waverly High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Waverly High School's student population of 679 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Waverly High School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly High School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#422 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
81%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
18%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waverly High School's ranking?
Waverly High School is ranked #422 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Waverly High School often compared to?
Waverly High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE 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 Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Waverly High School?
679 students attend Waverly High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Waverly High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waverly High School?
Waverly High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
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 School District 145.
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