Serving 849 students in grades 2-12, Wapakoneta 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 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wapakoneta High School's student population of 849 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
849 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Wapakoneta High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wapakoneta High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1781 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wapakoneta High School's ranking?
Wapakoneta High School is ranked #1781 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wapakoneta High School often compared to?
Wapakoneta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Marys Memorial High School, New Bremen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wapakoneta High School?
The graduation rate of Wapakoneta High School is 93%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Wapakoneta High School?
849 students attend Wapakoneta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Wapakoneta High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wapakoneta High School?
Wapakoneta High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wapakoneta High School offer ?
Wapakoneta High School offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wapakoneta High School part of?
Wapakoneta High School is part of Wapakoneta City School District.
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