Very Good
#1341 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 28% in state
Waterloo High School
High School · WATERLOO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
96 STARK ST, Waterloo, NY 13165
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,341 of 4,742
In Waterloo
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
WATERLOO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Waterloo High School
Waterloo High School is a public high school in Waterloo, NY, part of WATERLOO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Waterloo High School serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Waterloo High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,341 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Waterloo High School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Waterloo High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
49% of students at Waterloo 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
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Waterloo High School — Students at Waterloo High School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY 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: 8.6/10.
How Waterloo High School Compares
See how Waterloo High School 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
96 STARK ST, Waterloo, NY 13165
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waterloo High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CLYDE-SAVANNAH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Clyde), which scores notably higher. Another option is GENEVA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Geneva), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MYNDERSE ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Seneca Falls), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Waterloo, see our Waterloo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WATERLOO MIDDLE SCHOOL Waterloo | 0.1 mi | 3.6 |
| SKOI-YASE SCHOOL Waterloo | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| LA FAYETTE SCHOOL Waterloo | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| FRANK M KNIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SENECA FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seneca Falls | 3.7 mi | 3.8 |
| MYNDERSE ACADEMY Seneca Falls | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ELIZABETH CADY STANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
| FAYETTE MENNONITE SCHOOL Waterloo | 6.4 mi | 4.1 |
| FINGER LAKES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seneca Falls | 6.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CHILDRENS HOURS SCHOOL Geneva | 6.5 mi | 5.2 |
| GENEVA MIDDLE SCHOOL Geneva | 6.6 mi | 4.4 |
| GENEVA HIGH SCHOOL Geneva | 6.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES-ST STEPHEN Geneva | 6.8 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneva | 6.9 mi | 3.4 |
| WEST STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneva | 7.2 mi | 7.1 |
| CLYDE MENNONITE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Clyde | 11.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ROMULUS CENTRAL SCHOOL Romulus | 11.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CLYDE-SAVANNAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clyde | 11.9 mi | 3.0 |
| CLYDE-SAVANNAH HIGH SCHOOL Clyde | 12.1 mi | 8.5 |
| CLYDE-SAVANNAH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Clyde | 12.1 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13165 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,915
Median Home Value
$118,600
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
9,429
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A-TECH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| BERNE-KNOX-WESTERLO JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Berne, NY | 7.3 |
| BROOKLYN INSTITUTE FOR LIBERAL ARTS Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| CAREERS IN SPORTS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.3 |
| CAZENOVIA HIGH SCHOOL Cazenovia, NY | 7.3 |
| DRYDEN HIGH SCHOOL Dryden, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waterloo High School
What grades does Waterloo High School serve?
Waterloo High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Waterloo High School?
Waterloo High School has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waterloo High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Waterloo High School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waterloo High School rank in NY?
Waterloo High School ranks #1,341 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Waterloo High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Waterloo High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Waterloo High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waterloo High School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Waterloo High School a charter school?
No, Waterloo High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waterloo High School a Title I school?
No, Waterloo High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waterloo High School?
53.0% of students at Waterloo 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Seneca County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.5%
- Phone
- (315) 539-1550
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
WATERLOO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,477
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,216
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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