Below Average
#1157 of 1,284 schools in KY
Waggener High
High School · Jefferson County
330 S. Hubbards Lane, Louisville, KY 40207
Enrollment
867
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
867
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#1,157 of 1,284
In Louisville
#107 of 147
public schools
In district
#110 of 149
Jefferson County
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About Waggener High
Waggener High is a public high school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Waggener High serves approximately 867 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Waggener High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,157 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Waggener High show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at Waggener High 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
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Waggener High — Students at Waggener High score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.5/10.
How Waggener High Compares
See how Waggener High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
330 S. Hubbards Lane, Louisville, KY 40207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waggener High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greathouse/Shryock Traditional (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MEREDITH-DUNN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St Matthews Elementary Louisville | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| RSM LOUISVILLE LLC Louisville | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| FRIENDS SCHOOL Louisville | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| HARVEY BROWNE PRESCHOOL Louisville | 0.5 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Louisville | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| LOUISVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Louisville | 0.9 mi | — |
| LOUISVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Louisville | 0.9 mi | — |
| The Brook-Dupont Louisville | 0.8 mi | — |
| WALDEN SCHOOL CORPORATION Louisville | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Louisville | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Greathouse/Shryock Traditional Louisville | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ASCENSON Louisville | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| HOLY TRINITY PARISH SCHOOL Louisville | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| EVANGEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Louisville | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| EVANGEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Louisville | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MEREDITH-DUNN SCHOOL Louisville | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Louisville | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOL Louisville | 2.1 mi | — |
| ST ALBERT THE GREAT SCHOOL Louisville | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Louisville | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,583
Median Home Value
$401,500
Median Rent
$1,248/mo
Population
28,633
College Educated
67.8%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Doss High Louisville, KY | 4.0 |
| Trimble County JR/SR High School Bedford, KY | 3.6 |
| Grant County High School Dry Ridge, KY | 4.5 |
| Iroquois High Louisville, KY | 3.5 |
| Powell County High School Stanton, KY | 4.5 |
| Webster County High School Dixon, KY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waggener High
What grades does Waggener High serve?
Waggener High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Waggener High?
Waggener High has an enrollment of approximately 867 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waggener High?
The student-teacher ratio at Waggener High is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waggener High rank in KY?
Waggener High ranks #1,157 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Waggener High's MySchoolScout rating?
Waggener High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Waggener High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waggener High has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Waggener High a charter school?
No, Waggener High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waggener High a Title I school?
No, Waggener High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waggener High?
66.9% of students at Waggener High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 867
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.4%
- Phone
- (502) 485-8340
- 4-Year Graduation
- 81.0%
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County- District Enrollment
- 94,793
- Schools in District
- 171
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,200
- District Rank
- #110 of 149
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