WATERLOO HIGH SCHOOL

Waterloo High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Waterloo CUSD 5 school district, located in Waterloo, IL with about 806 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 50 teachers, Waterloo High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Waterloo High School, located at 505 E Bulldog in Waterloo, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the community within the Waterloo Community Unit School District 5. As the district’s sole high school, it functions as a central hub for academic and extracurricular life for students in grades 9 through 12. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to providing a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or join the military.

Beyond its academic offerings, Waterloo High School is deeply integrated into the local culture through its vibrant athletic and extracurricular programs. Competing as the "Bulldogs," the school maintains a strong sense of community pride and spirit, often serving as a focal point for local events. The campus at East Bulldog Drive is designed to support a diverse range of student interests, including fine arts, career and technical education, and various clubs, aiming to foster both intellectual growth and social development in a supportive small-town environment.

For more information, contact Waterloo High School at (618) 939-3455 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.