Waitsburg High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waitsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
86 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(22-23)3%
1%
Asian
(22-23)2%
9%
Hispanic
(22-23)13%
26%
Black
(22-23)2%
5%
White
(22-23)78%
49%
Hawaiian
(22-23)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(22-23)2%
9%
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
44%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waitsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Waitsburg High School is 20%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Waitsburg High School?
86 students attend Waitsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Waitsburg High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Waitsburg High School offer ?
Waitsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waitsburg High School part of?
Waitsburg High School is part of Waitsburg School District.
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