Waynesville High School is a public high school in Waynesville, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Wayne Local Schools district. The school colors are orange, black, and white.
Serving 441 students in grades 9-12, Waynesville High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Waynesville High School's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waynesville High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynesville High School is 0.15, 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
#294 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Waynesville High School is a public high school in Waynesville, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Wayne Local Schools district. Their nickname is the Spartans.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesville High School's ranking?
Waynesville High School is ranked #294 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Waynesville High School often compared to?
Waynesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springboro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waynesville High School?
The graduation rate of Waynesville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waynesville High School?
441 students attend Waynesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Waynesville High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waynesville High School?
Waynesville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waynesville High School offer ?
Waynesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waynesville High School part of?
Waynesville High School is part of Wayne Local School District.
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