6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Waterville, Washington

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.6/10
Median household income: $76,667
Median home value: $241,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 16%
Owner-occupied homes: 72%

How Waterville compares

Median household income

$77k

86% of Washington median

About Schools in Waterville, Washington

Waterville, Washington is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Waterville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Waterville is Waterville High School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Waterville is served by 1 school district: Waterville School District. These districts collectively serve 265 students.

Waterville's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,667. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Waterville Elementary 115 students · Kindergarten–4th	115	Kindergarten–4th	6.4

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Waterville High School 150 students · 5th–12th	150	5th–12th	6.7

Schools in Waterville

Waterville, Washington · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$76,667

Median Home Value

$241,100

Median Rent

$981/mo

Population

1,851

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

72%

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Community Profile

Waterville has a median household income of $76,667. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $241,100, with a median rent of $981/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Washington
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Resources

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School District

Waterville School District

2 schools · 265 students

Nearby Cities

Rock Island (1 school)

19 mi

East Wenatchee (10 schools)

18 mi

Wenatchee (25 schools)

Bridgeport (4 schools)

31 mi

Other Major Cities in Washington

Top metros statewide by school count.

Seattle 200 schools Spokane 122 schools Tacoma 113 schools Vancouver 100 schools Bellevue 62 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Waterville, Washington

How many schools are in Waterville, Washington?

Waterville has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Waterville, Washington?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waterville is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Waterville, Washington?

The top-ranked school in Waterville on MySchoolScout is Waterville High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Waterville, Washington?

The top-ranked elementary school in Waterville on MySchoolScout is Waterville Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10.

What is the best high school in Waterville, Washington?

The top-ranked high school in Waterville on MySchoolScout is Waterville High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Waterville, Washington?

Waterville is served by 1 school district: Waterville School District.

What is the education level in Waterville, Washington?

According to Census data, 16% of adults in Waterville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Waterville, Washington?

The median household income in Waterville is approximately $76,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Waterville, Washington?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waterville is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waterville, Washington?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.