Best Schools in Tiffin, Ohio
13 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High · 4 Other
Choosing a school in Tiffin?
Use this page to compare every school in Tiffin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Old Fort High School
High · Old Fort Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Calvert Catholic School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Noble 4-5 Elementary
Elementary · Tiffin City Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Tiffin for 2026 are Old Fort High School (8.2/10), Calvert Catholic School (7.4/10), and Noble 4-5 Elementary (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$152,600
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$152,600
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Tiffin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Old Fort High School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Calvert Catholic School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Noble 4-5 Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Calvert Catholic Schools | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Washington K-1 Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Tiffin Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Krout 2-3 Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Columbian High School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 9 | North Central Academy | 4.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Bridges Community Academy Dba Bridges Preparatory Academy | 3.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $62,497
- Median home value
- $152,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 17 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tiffin compares
Ohio rank
#379 of 442
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Ohio avg (6.4)
Median household income
$62k
88% of Ohio median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Tiffin, Ohio
Tiffin, Ohio offers parents 10 ranked public schools across a city with a small-town footprint in Seneca County. The portfolio spans elementary through high school, giving families a full K–12 path within the public system. The city's average school score sits at 5.8 out of 10, which tracks with mid-tier performance typical of smaller Ohio cities and sets a clear baseline for comparison shopping.
Two of those 10 schools, or 20%, clear the 7-point threshold — a meaningful signal that strong options exist, but that parents need to identify them deliberately rather than assume consistency across the district. Tiffin Middle School leads the city with a 7.4 out of 10, making it the highest-performing ranked school in Tiffin and the anchor of the public system for families with sixth, seventh, and eighth graders. Old Fort High School follows at 7.0, giving the upper grades a legitimate high-performer to anchor the secondary path. The gap between those two top schools and the city average of 5.8 is wide enough that grade-band transitions are worth tracking closely.
At the elementary level, Noble 4-5 Elementary scores 6.6, sitting above the city average and serving grades four and five. Washington K–1 Elementary comes in at 6.2 — slightly above average and covering the earliest school years. Lincoln Pre-Kindergarten School scores at 5.8, matching the city average exactly. Parents evaluating early childhood options will find Lincoln aligned with citywide norms rather than standing out in either direction.
For parents moving to Tiffin or reassigning within the district, the practical picture is this: the upper-grade schools outperform the elementary tier by a noticeable margin. Families with middle schoolers or high schoolers entering the Tiffin system have access to the city's strongest options right now. Parents of younger children should track Noble 4-5 as a step up as their kids advance. With 80% of schools scoring below 7, a focused look at each school's individual metrics — rather than relying on the district average — is the right move before making an enrollment decision.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 321 students · 3rd–5th | 7.1 | ||
| 2 | 342 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 6.8 | ||
| 3 | 366 students · 2nd–3rd | 6.0 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Calvert Catholic Schools
Private
178 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 515 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 304 students · 7th–12th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 756 students · 8th–12th | 4.7 |
| 3 | 84 students · 7th–12th | 4.2 |
| 4 | 1 students · 8th–12th | — |
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 136 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.8 | ||
| 2 | 127 students · Kindergarten–9th | 3.4 | ||
| 3 | 104 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.0 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Calvert Catholic School
Private
438 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.4 | ||
Schools in Tiffin
Tiffin, Ohio · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,497
Median Home Value
$152,600
Median Rent
$831/mo
Population
28,554
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Community Profile
Tiffin has a median household income of $62,497. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $152,600, with a median rent of $831/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.9%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Ohio
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
- Other
- 4
Resources
School Districts (5)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Ohio
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Tiffin, Ohio
How many schools are in Tiffin, Ohio?
Tiffin has 13 schools, including 11 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tiffin, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tiffin is 5.6 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 Tiffin, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Tiffin on MySchoolScout is Old Fort High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tiffin, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tiffin on MySchoolScout is Noble 4-5 Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Tiffin, Ohio?
The top-ranked middle school in Tiffin on MySchoolScout is Tiffin Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Tiffin, Ohio?
The top-ranked high school in Tiffin on MySchoolScout is Old Fort High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Tiffin, Ohio?
Tiffin is served by 5 school districts: Bridges Community Academy Dba Bridges Preparatory Academy, North Central Academy, Tiffin City Schools, Vanguard-sentinel Career & Technology Centers, Old Fort Local.
What is the education level in Tiffin, Ohio?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Tiffin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tiffin, Ohio?
The median household income in Tiffin is approximately $62,497 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Tiffin, Ohio?
Yes, Tiffin has 2 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Calvert Catholic School with a score of 7.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tiffin, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tiffin is 23.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tiffin, 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.