Waterloo High School is a public high school located in Waterloo, New York, United States. As of 2021, it has an enrollment of 471 students from grades 9–12. Waterloo High School is ranked 816th within New York. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® coursework and exams.
Serving 398 students in grades 9-12, Waterloo High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterloo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Waterloo High School's student population of 398 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1929
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Waterloo High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterloo High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#305 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
88%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterloo High School's ranking?
Waterloo High School is ranked #305 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Waterloo High School often compared to?
Waterloo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mynderse Academy, Romulus Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterloo High School?
The graduation rate of Waterloo High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Waterloo High School?
398 students attend Waterloo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Waterloo High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterloo High School?
Waterloo High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterloo High School offer ?
Waterloo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterloo High School part of?
Waterloo High School is part of Waterloo Central School District.
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