For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,052 students in Waterloo, IN.
The top ranked public high school in Waterloo, IN is Dekalb High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterloo, IN public high school have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in Waterloo have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public high schools.
Waterloo, IN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dekalb High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Waterloo, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dekalb High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3424 Cr 427
Waterloo, IN 46793
(260) 920-1012
Waterloo, IN 46793
(260) 920-1012
Gr: 9-12 | 1,052 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Waterloo, IN?
The top ranked public high schools in Waterloo, IN include Dekalb High School.
How many public high schools are located in Waterloo?
1 public high schools are located in Waterloo.
What is the racial composition of students in Waterloo?
Waterloo public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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