Serving 150 students in grades 5-12, Waterville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waterville High School's student population of 150 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Waterville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterville High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1108 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
66%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterville High School's ranking?
Waterville High School is ranked #1108 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Waterville High School often compared to?
Waterville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastmont Senior High School, Bridgeport Aurora High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterville High School?
The graduation rate of Waterville High School is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Waterville High School?
150 students attend Waterville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Waterville High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterville High School?
Waterville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Waterville High School offer ?
Waterville High School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterville High School part of?
Waterville High School is part of Waterville School District.
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