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Best Schools in Kalida, Ohio

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 9.3/10
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Kalida Elementary School

9.7/10

Elementary · Kalida Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Kalida High School

8.8/10

High · Kalida Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

9.3

out of 10

Median Home

$199,700

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Kalida

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Kalida Elementary School 9.7 / 10
2 Kalida High School 8.8 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
9.3/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$84,439

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$199,700

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
38%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
18 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
72%

Of occupied housing units

How Kalida compares

Median household income

$84k

119% of Ohio median

About Schools in Kalida, Ohio

Kalida, Ohio is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 9.3 out of 10, schools in Kalida perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Kalida is Kalida Elementary School with a composite score of 9.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Kalida is served by 1 school district: Kalida Local. These districts collectively serve 607 students.

Kalida's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $84,439. The poverty rate in the area is 1.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Kalida Elementary School
242 students · Kindergarten–4th 		9.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Kalida High School
365 students · 5th–12th 		8.8

Schools in Kalida

Kalida, Ohio · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$84,439

Median Home Value

$199,700

Median Rent

$920/mo

Population

1,685

College Educated

38%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

1.5%

Community Profile

Kalida has a median household income of $84,439. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,700, with a median rent of $920/month. The local poverty rate of 1.5% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Ohio
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

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School District

Kalida Local

2 schools · 607 students

Nearby Cities

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Ottoville (2 schools)
8 mi
Ottawa (3 schools)
9 mi
Elida (3 schools)
14 mi
Delphos (4 schools)
12 mi
Oakwood (1 school)
12 mi
Pandora (3 schools)
12 mi
Leipsic (3 schools)
13 mi
Lima (32 schools)
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Holgate (2 schools)
19 mi
Grover Hill (1 school)
15 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Kalida, Ohio

How many schools are in Kalida, Ohio?

Kalida has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Kalida, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kalida is 9.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Kalida, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Kalida on MySchoolScout is Kalida Elementary School with a composite score of 9.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Kalida, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Kalida on MySchoolScout is Kalida Elementary School with a composite score of 9.7/10.

What is the best high school in Kalida, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Kalida on MySchoolScout is Kalida High School with a composite score of 8.8/10.

How many school districts serve Kalida, Ohio?

Kalida is served by 1 school district: Kalida Local.

What is the education level in Kalida, Ohio?

According to Census data, 38% of adults in Kalida have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Kalida, Ohio?

The median household income in Kalida is approximately $84,439 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Kalida, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kalida is 15.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kalida, Ohio?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.