Waldport High School is a public high school in Waldport, Oregon, United States. It opened in 1958. For the 2011–2012 school year, Waldport High reported enrolling 208 students. The school is part of the Lincoln County School District.
Serving 204 students in grades 9-12, Waldport High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waldport High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waldport High School's student population of 204 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Motto
Home of the Fightin' Irish!
School Rankings
Waldport High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waldport High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#374 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
81%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fightin' Irish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waldport High School's ranking?
Waldport High School is ranked #374 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waldport High School?
The graduation rate of Waldport High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Waldport High School?
204 students attend Waldport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Waldport High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waldport High School?
Waldport High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waldport High School offer ?
Waldport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waldport High School part of?
Waldport High School is part of Lincoln County School District.
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