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#3098 of 3,441 schools in OH

Waite High School

High School · Toledo City

301 Morrison Dr, Toledo, OH 43605

Enrollment

939

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

4.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,098 of 3,441

In Toledo

#61 of 94

public schools

In district

#31 of 54

Toledo City

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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4.0/10

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About Waite High School

Waite High School is a public high school in Toledo, OH, part of Toledo City. Waite High School serves approximately 939 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Waite High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,098 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Waite High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

61% of students at Waite 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 Progress1.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-29.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
College Readiness4.4Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate62%
AP Participation4.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,542
Chronic Absenteeism60.6%

Waite High School — Students at Waite High School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
24%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Waite High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.0/10
10th percentile in OH
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
13
6 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
4.3% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics13sports offered
6 boys'·7 girls'·25 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 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

301 Morrison Dr, Toledo, OH 43605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waite High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Toledo School For The Arts (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westfield/Robinson Achievement (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glass City Academy (rated 4.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Toledo, see our Toledo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Garfield Elementary School Toledo 0.2 mi 2.9
Kenmore Preparatory Academy dba Toledo Preparatory Academy Toledo 0.2 mi 5.0
Raymer Elementary School Toledo 0.7 mi 2.9
Maritime Academy of Toledo The Toledo 0.7 mi 3.9
Summit Toledo 0.9 mi
Navarre Elementary School Toledo 1.0 mi 2.8
L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted Toledo 1.0 mi 5.5
Glass City Academy Toledo 1.3 mi 4.3
Sherman Elementary School Toledo 1.6 mi 4.2
Riverside Elementary School Toledo 1.8 mi 3.7
Toledo School For The Arts Toledo 1.4 mi 6.5
Spring Elementary School Toledo 1.8 mi 4.0
Birmingham Elementary School Toledo 1.5 mi 3.1
Madison Avenue School of Arts Toledo 1.5 mi 2.8
Oakdale Elementary School Toledo 1.9 mi 4.6
Westfield/Robinson Achievement Toledo 1.5 mi 5.8
Toledo Public Schools Virtual Academy Toledo 1.5 mi 4.6
East Broadway Elementary School Toledo 2.1 mi 3.7
Woodward High School Toledo 2.2 mi 3.8
QUEEN OF APOSTLES GRADE SCHOOL Toledo 1.8 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,389

Median Home Value

$46,000

Median Rent

$847/mo

Population

24,432

College Educated

9.1%

Homeownership

49.2%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

36.8%

Median Age

33

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waite High School

What grades does Waite High School serve?

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

How many students attend Waite High School?

Waite High School has an enrollment of approximately 939 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Waite High School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Waite High School rank in OH?

Waite High School ranks #3,098 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Waite High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Waite High School 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 Waite High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waite High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Waite High School a charter school?

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

Is Waite High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
939
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Lucas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.6%
4-Year Graduation
62.0%

District

Toledo City
District Enrollment
21,047
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,542
District Rank
#31 of 54

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