Serving 147 students in grades 7-12, Waverly Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Waverly High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Waverly, IL, encompassing approximately 95.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest edge reaching 9.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waverly Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waverly Jr/sr High School's student population of 147 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
147 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Building individuals for today and tomorrow.
School Rankings
Waverly Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly Jr/sr High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1983 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
White
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waverly Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Waverly Jr/sr High School is ranked #1983 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Waverly Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Waverly Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waverly Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Waverly Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Waverly Jr/sr High School?
147 students attend Waverly Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Waverly Jr/sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waverly Jr/sr High School?
Waverly Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waverly Jr/sr High School offer ?
Waverly Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Waverly Jr/sr High School part of?
Waverly Jr/sr High School is part of Waverly CUSD 6 School District.
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