Excellent
#354 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 7% in state
Waverly High School
High School · WAVERLY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
1 FREDERICK ST, Waverly, NY 14892
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#354 of 4,742
In Waverly
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
WAVERLY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Waverly High School
Waverly High School is a public high school in Waverly, NY, part of WAVERLY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Waverly High School serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Waverly High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #354 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Waverly High School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Waverly 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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Waverly High School — Students at Waverly High School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.1%
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: 8.8/10.
How Waverly High School Compares
See how Waverly 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
1 FREDERICK ST, Waverly, NY 14892
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waverly High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TIOGA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Tioga Center), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Athens Area HS (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Athens), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SPENCER-VAN ETTEN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Spencer), a more accessible option. For more schools in Waverly, see our Waverly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAVERLY MIDDLE SCHOOL Waverly | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| LINCOLN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Snyder El Sch Sayre | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Sayre | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Sayre Area HS Sayre | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Athens Area HS Athens | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Audrielle Lynch-Ellen Bustin El Sch Athens | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Harlan Rowe MS Athens | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| SRU El Sch East Smithfield | 11.6 mi | 7.9 |
| TIOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tioga Center | 9.7 mi | 7.3 |
| TIOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL Tioga Center | 9.7 mi | 5.2 |
| TIOGA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Tioga Center | 9.7 mi | 8.9 |
| SPENCER-VAN ETTEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Van Etten | 12.9 mi | 6.2 |
| SPENCER-VAN ETTEN HIGH SCHOOL Spencer | 13.2 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTH ROME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome | 11.8 mi | 6.1 |
| SPENCER-VAN ETTEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Spencer | 13.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Northern Tier Career Center Towanda | 14.8 mi | — |
| UNION VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ulster | 12.8 mi | — |
| NORTH SPENCER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spencer | 16.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14892 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,143
Median Home Value
$139,500
Median Rent
$911/mo
Population
7,531
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
48.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY FOR CONSERVATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT Brooklyn, NY | 8.5 |
| NEW HARTFORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New Hartford, NY | 8.5 |
| NYC LAB HIGH SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES New York, NY | 8.5 |
| PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.5 |
| ROCHESTER EARLY COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 8.5 |
| ROYALTON-HARTLAND HIGH SCHOOL Middleport, NY | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waverly High School
What grades does Waverly High School serve?
Waverly High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Waverly High School?
Waverly High School has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waverly High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Waverly High School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waverly High School rank in NY?
Waverly High School ranks #354 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Waverly High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Waverly High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Waverly High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waverly High School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Waverly High School a charter school?
No, Waverly High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waverly High School a Title I school?
No, Waverly High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waverly High School?
41.1% of students at Waverly 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
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Tioga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (607) 565-8101
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
WAVERLY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,627
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,618
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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