Waterford High School is a public high school in Waterford, Washington County, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Wolf Creek Local School District. Their mascot is the Wildcat, and their official school colors are green and white.
Serving 163 students in grades 9-12, Waterford High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waterford High School's student population of 163 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Waterford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1275 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
White
97%
65%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Waterford High School is a public high school in Waterford, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Wolf Creek Local School District. Their nickname is the Wildcats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford High School's ranking?
Waterford High School is ranked #1275 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Waterford High School often compared to?
Waterford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren High School, Fort Frye High School, Marietta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterford High School?
The graduation rate of Waterford High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waterford High School?
163 students attend Waterford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Waterford High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterford High School?
Waterford High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waterford High School offer ?
Waterford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterford High School part of?
Waterford High School is part of Wolf Creek Local School District.
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