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Wawasee High School

High School · Wawasee Community School Corp

1 Warrior Path - Bldg 1, Syracuse, IN 46567

Enrollment

901

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,268 of 1,823

In Syracuse

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Wawasee Community School Corp

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Wawasee High School

5.4/10

High School in Syracuse · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Wawasee High School

Wawasee High School is a public high school in Syracuse, IN, part of Wawasee Community School Corp. Wawasee High School serves approximately 901 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wawasee High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,268 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Wawasee High School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.0 pts below IN schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Wawasee High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
College Readiness6.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation13.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,748
Chronic Absenteeism35.8%

Wawasee High School — Students at Wawasee High School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
17%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.

How Wawasee High School Compares

See how Wawasee High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in IN
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.3/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
13.3% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·31 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1 Warrior Path - Bldg 1, Syracuse, IN 46567

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wawasee High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Noble Primary School (rated 9.3/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Ligonier), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waterford Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Goshen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie View Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Goshen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Syracuse Elementary School Syracuse 0.3 mi 7.2
Wawasee Middle School Syracuse 4.0 mi 5.0
Benton Elementary School Goshen 6.0 mi 6.7
Milford Elementary School Milford 5.1 mi 6.5
Fairfield Jr-Sr High School Goshen 6.9 mi 6.8
New Paris Elementary School New Paris 6.9 mi 7.3
TIMBER VIEW SCHOOL Millersburg 7.3 mi 4.8
TIMBERVIEW SCHOOL Goshen 7.3 mi 4.9
TIMBER VIEW SCHOOL Millersburg 7.3 mi 4.9
North Webster Elementary School North Webster 7.4 mi 7.2
RAILSIDE Millersburg 7.6 mi 3.8
Millersburg Elementary- Middle Sch Millersburg 8.1 mi 7.2
Leesburg Elementary School Leesburg 7.8 mi 6.8
Prairie View Elementary School Goshen 9.3 mi 8.3
Waterford Elementary School Goshen 9.4 mi 8.4
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Goshen 9.6 mi 8.2
STONEY CREEK SCHOOL Millersburg 10.3 mi 4.6
HILLSIDE AMISH SCHOOL Goshen 11.6 mi 3.6
West Noble Primary School Ligonier 9.0 mi 9.3
WOODLAWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goshen 11.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46567 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,277

Median Home Value

$228,200

Median Rent

$964/mo

Population

9,371

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

48

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wawasee High School

What grades does Wawasee High School serve?

Wawasee High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Wawasee High School?

Wawasee High School has an enrollment of approximately 901 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wawasee High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wawasee High School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wawasee High School rank in IN?

Wawasee High School ranks #1,268 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Wawasee High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wawasee High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Wawasee High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wawasee High School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Wawasee High School a charter school?

No, Wawasee High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wawasee High School a Title I school?

No, Wawasee High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wawasee High School?

45.2% of students at Wawasee High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
901
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Kosciusko County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.8%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Wawasee Community School Corp
District Enrollment
2,759
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,748
District Rank
#4 of 5

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