Waverly Central High School is a senior high school in Waverly, Tennessee, United States. It is managed as part of the Humphreys County School System. The school educates in grades 9–12. For the school year 2019–20, the student population stood at 557. The principal is Kenneth Crowell.
Serving 439 students in grades 9-12, Waverly Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waverly Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Waverly Central High School's student population of 439 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
37 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waverly Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly Central High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1196 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
5%
20%
White
88%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wavo The Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waverly Central High School's ranking?
Waverly Central High School is ranked #1196 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waverly Central High School?
The graduation rate of Waverly Central High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waverly Central High School?
439 students attend Waverly Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Waverly Central High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Waverly Central High School offer ?
Waverly Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waverly Central High School part of?
Waverly Central High School is part of Humphreys County School District.
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