Waterford Union High School, more commonly known as Waterford High School, is a public high school located in Waterford, Racine County, Wisconsin. It is a part of the Waterford Union School District. A part of the district extends into Vernon, Waukesha County.
Serving 889 students in grades 9-12, Waterford High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Waterford High School's student population of 889 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
889 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1904
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#667 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
86%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford High School's ranking?
Waterford High School is ranked #667 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Waterford High School often compared to?
Waterford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterford High School?
The graduation rate of Waterford High School is 96%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waterford High School?
889 students attend Waterford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Waterford High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterford High School?
Waterford High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waterford High School offer ?
Waterford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterford High School part of?
Waterford High School is part of Waterford UHS School District.
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