Serving 147 students in grades 7-12, Waverly Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waverly Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Waverly Jr/sr High School's student population of 147 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Building individuals for today and tomorrow.
School Rankings
Waverly Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly Jr/sr High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1983 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
White
90%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waverly Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Waverly Jr/sr High School is ranked #1983 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Waverly Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Waverly Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waverly Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Waverly Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Waverly Jr/sr High School?
147 students attend Waverly Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Waverly Jr/sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waverly Jr/sr High School?
Waverly Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waverly Jr/sr High School offer ?
Waverly Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Waverly Jr/sr High School part of?
Waverly Jr/sr High School is part of Waverly CUSD 6 School District.
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