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Waterford High School

Summary:

Waterford High School is a public high school located in Waterford, Ohio, serving 163 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Wolf Creek Local District, which is ranked 380 out of 839 districts in Ohio and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Waterford High School has consistently high four-year graduation rates, ranging from 89.7% to 100% over the past few years, outperforming the state average. However, the school has seen a significant increase in chronic absenteeism, from 8.4% in 2019-2020 to 39.5% in 2020-2021, which is much higher than the state average. Academically, the school generally performs above the state and district averages in most subject areas, particularly in American History, American Government, and Biology, but struggles in Algebra I and Geometry. Waterford High School also ranks highly (179 out of 598) in the state for its performance with special education students, indicating strong support and outcomes for this student group.

Compared to nearby schools, such as Belpre High School and Marietta High School, Waterford High School has a significantly higher percentage of white students and a lower percentage of students from low-income backgrounds. While Waterford High School generally outperforms these nearby schools academically, the nearby schools offer specialized programs and educational opportunities that may not be available at Waterford High School.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 330 Main Street
       Waterford, OH  45786

(740) 984-2373

District: Wolf Creek Local

SchoolDigger Rank:
387th of 864 Ohio High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,654 Help


Feeder schools for Waterford High School:

Elementary:    Waterford Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  10.9 Help
Number of students:  177

Racial breakdown:

White:
95.5%
Two or more races:
2.8%
Hispanic:
1.7%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  39% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Waterford High School ranks better than 55.2% of high schools in Ohio. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 56. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Waterford High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (95.5%), two or more races (2.8%), Hispanic (1.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 39% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Waterford High School is 10.9. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Waterford High School is $16,654.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Waterford High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Waterford High School 387th of 864 Ohio public high schools. (See Waterford High School in the ranking list.)

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Wolf Creek Local:

SchoolDigger ranks Wolf Creek Local 380th of 839 Ohio school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Waterford High School

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Rank History for all students at Waterford High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 39.87 459th 681 32.6%
2005 35.19 534th 689 22.5%
2006 54.48 397th 696 43.0%
2007 61.24 370th 756 51.1%
2008 66.42 269th 767 64.9%
2009 65.38 307th 791 61.2%
2010 58.58 454th 819 44.6%
2011 56.20 512th 818 37.4%
2012 64.25 369th 832 55.6%
2013 61.70 366th 767 52.3%
2014 67.53 253rd 769 67.1%
2015 48.45 506th 778 35.0%
2016 50.07 456th 784 41.8%
2017 59.04 287th 773 62.9%
2018 45.67 498th 800 37.8%
2019 55.01 406th 836 51.4%
2021 50.33 415th 819 49.3%
2022 58.37 338th 836 59.6%
2023 64.01 285th 867 67.1%
2024 56.00 387th 864 55.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Waterford High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 55.17 179th 598 70.1%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Waterford High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 41.11 496th 758 34.6%
2019 53.27 416th 779 46.6%
2021 25.76 605th 763 20.7%
2023 36.45 555th 805 31.1%
2024 43.14 513th 822 37.6%
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Rank History for Female students at Waterford High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 52.03 375th 751 50.1%
2019 62.39 339th 781 56.6%
2021 63.42 269th 775 65.3%
2022 63.54 294th 794 63.0%
2023 52.71 442nd 813 45.6%
2024 56.60 392nd 798 50.9%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Waterford High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 52.67 247th 628 60.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Waterford High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.78 413th 763 45.9%
2019 63.01 323rd 792 59.2%
2021 48.82 419th 778 46.1%
2022 50.53 433rd 808 46.4%
2023 77.23 157th 819 80.8%
2024 57.30 389th 816 52.3%
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Rank History for White students at Waterford High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 32.85 495th 718 31.1%
2019 48.72 438th 739 40.7%
2021 42.45 438th 727 39.8%
2022 51.50 375th 749 49.9%
2023 61.93 307th 756 59.4%
2024 51.17 414th 754 45.1%
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Data source: test scores: Ohio Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Waterford High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 263 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 263
1989 245 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 246
1990 235 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 235
1991 221 0 1 0 2 n/a n/a 0 224
1992 217 0 1 0 3 n/a n/a 0 221
1993 215 0 1 1 2 n/a n/a 0 219
1994 233 0 1 2 2 n/a n/a 0 238
1995 255 2 0 3 2 n/a n/a 0 262
1996 255 2 0 3 2 n/a n/a 0 262
1997 238 2 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 242
1998 242 0 0 1 2 n/a n/a 0 245
1999 215 0 0 0 2 n/a n/a 0 217
2000 210 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 210
2001 213 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 213
2002 221 0 0 0 2 n/a n/a 0 223
2003 221 0 0 0 2 n/a n/a 0 223
2004 211 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 211
2005 226 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 1 227
2006 242 1 0 0 1 n/a n/a 1 245
2007 235 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 2 238
2008 250 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 3 254
2009 243 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 1 245
2010 189 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 1 190
2011 178 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 179
2012 156 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 157
2013 163 0 0 2 0 0 2 0 167
2014 160 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 162
2015 182 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 184
2016 183 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 184
2017 182 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 184
2018 182 1 0 2 0 1 2 0 188
2019 182 1 0 2 0 1 3 0 189
2020 177 0 1 2 0 0 3 0 183
2021 172 1 1 0 0 0 5 0 179
2022 161 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 166
2023 157 0 0 1 0 0 5 0 163
2024 169 0 0 3 0 0 5 0 177

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Waterford High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 263 12.0 21.9 0
1989 246 12.0 20.5 n/a
1990 235 12.0 19.5 n/a
1991 224 11.0 20.3 n/a
1992 221 11.0 20.0 6.8
1993 219 11.0 19.9 5.5
1994 238 12.4 19.2 7.1
1995 262 14.2 18.5 8.8
1996 262 14.2 18.5 8.8
1997 242 15.0 16.1 9.9
1998 245 17.1 14.3 9
1999 217 15.1 14.4 11.5
2000 210 15.9 13.2 13.3
2001 213 14.9 14.3 9.9
2002 223 14.1 15.8 13.5
2003 223 14.1 15.8 13.5
2004 211 13.6 15.5 16.1
2005 227 14.4 15.8 15
2006 245 14.4 17.0 17.6
2007 238 14.4 16.5 17.8
2008 254 14.4 17.6 n/a
2009 245 14.4 17.0 16.8
2010 190 14.2 13.3 21.7
2011 179 14.4 12.4 21.8
2012 157 14.4 10.9 24.8
2013 167 14.4 11.5 22.2
2014 162 14.4 11.1 30.2
2015 184 n/a n/a 23.9
2016 184 15.0 12.2 25
2017 184 15.4 11.9 37.5
2018 188 15.6 12.0 29.3
2019 189 15.5 12.1 29.6
2020 183 14.7 12.4 32.2
2021 179 15.1 11.8 n/a
2022 166 15.1 10.9 n/a
2023 163 15.6 10.4 25.8
2024 177 16.1 10.9 39

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Waterford High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 263 12.0 21.9 0
1989 246 12.0 20.5 n/a
1990 235 12.0 19.5 n/a
1991 224 11.0 20.3 n/a
1992 221 11.0 20.0 6.8
1993 219 11.0 19.9 5.5
1994 238 12.4 19.2 7.1
1995 262 14.2 18.5 8.8
1996 262 14.2 18.5 8.8
1997 242 15.0 16.1 9.9
1998 245 17.1 14.3 9
1999 217 15.1 14.4 11.5
2000 210 15.9 13.2 13.3
2001 213 14.9 14.3 9.9
2002 223 14.1 15.8 13.5
2003 223 14.1 15.8 13.5
2004 211 13.6 15.5 16.1
2005 227 14.4 15.8 15
2006 245 14.4 17.0 17.6
2007 238 14.4 16.5 17.8
2008 254 14.4 17.6 n/a
2009 245 14.4 17.0 16.8
2010 190 14.2 13.3 21.7
2011 179 14.4 12.4 21.8
2012 157 14.4 10.9 24.8
2013 167 14.4 11.5 22.2
2014 162 14.4 11.1 30.2
2015 184 n/a n/a 23.9
2016 184 15.0 12.2 25
2017 184 15.4 11.9 37.5
2018 188 15.6 12.0 29.3
2019 189 15.5 12.1 29.6
2020 183 14.7 12.4 32.2
2021 179 15.1 11.8 n/a
2022 166 15.1 10.9 n/a
2023 163 15.6 10.4 25.8
2024 177 16.1 10.9 39

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Waterford High School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $10,949
2022 $16,881
2023 $17,187
2024 $16,654

Data source: Ohio Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Waterford High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 406th of 836 High schoolsRanks 285th of 867 High schools
 15.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
End of Course American Government (Waterford High School)84.885.7
 0.9%
   End of Course American Government (Wolf Creek Local)85.386.1
 0.8%
   End of Course American Government (Ohio)77.772
 5.7%
End of Course American History (Waterford High School)83.978.4
 5.5%
   End of Course American History (Wolf Creek Local)83.977.4
 6.5%
   End of Course American History (Ohio)78.169.7
 8.4%
End of Course Biology (Waterford High School)83.968
 15.9%
   End of Course Biology (Wolf Creek Local)83.966.7
 17.2%
   End of Course Biology (Ohio)73.763.7
 10%
End of Course English II (Waterford High School)82.375
 7.3%
   End of Course English II (Wolf Creek Local)82.373.6
 8.7%
   End of Course English II (Ohio)66.260.8
 5.4%
End of Course Geometry (Waterford High School)5058.7
 8.7%
   End of Course Geometry (Wolf Creek Local)5058.7
 8.7%
   End of Course Geometry (Ohio)50.141.8
 8.3%
End of Course Algebra I (Waterford High School)23.545
 21.5%
   End of Course Algebra I (Wolf Creek Local)58.157.1
 1%
   End of Course Algebra I (Ohio)61.153
 8.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students189163
 13.8%
African American10
 100%
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic21
 50%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White182157
 13.7%
Two or More Races35
 66.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients29.6%25.8%
 3.9%

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Waterford High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Waterford Elementary School

Waterford High School ranks 387th of 864 Ohio high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

In the 2023-24 school year, 177 students attended Waterford High School.

Students at Waterford High School are 95% White, 3% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic.


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