Waite High School

Waite High School serves 939 students in grades 9-12 in Toledo, Ohio, offering a comprehensive high school education with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13:1 and 72 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned recognition for its performance, ranking #608 out of 3,468 Ohio high schools and placing in the 82nd percentile statewide, with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. Located at 301 Morrison Drive, Waite High School serves a diverse community where many families face economic challenges, with a median household income of $34,221 and a poverty rate of 36.7% in the surrounding 43605 ZIP code area.

The school's strong ranking suggests it's making meaningful progress in supporting student achievement despite these community challenges. The neighborhood surrounding Waite reflects the character of many urban Toledo communities, with a population of nearly 25,000 residents and median home values around $43,700. While only 8% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, the school's solid performance indicates it's working effectively to prepare students for their next steps after graduation.

Waite High School operates as a regular public school within Toledo's large city environment, serving as an important educational anchor for its community.

While current test scores at Waite High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.