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Best Schools in Waterford, Ohio

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.2/10
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Waterford High School

7.4/10

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

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Waterford Elementary School

7.0/10

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

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Schools

3

in this city

Avg Score

7.2

out of 10

Median Home

$194,500

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Waterford

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Waterford High School 7.4 / 10
2 Waterford Elementary School 7.0 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.2/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$61,295

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$194,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
18%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
25 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
86%

Of occupied housing units

How Waterford compares

Median household income

$61k

86% of Ohio median

About Schools in Waterford, Ohio

Waterford, Ohio is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Waterford 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 Waterford is Waterford High School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Waterford is served by 1 school district: Wolf Creek Local. These districts collectively serve 587 students.

Waterford's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,295. The poverty rate in the area is 8.6%.

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
Waterford Elementary School
407 students · Kindergarten–8th 		7.0

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Waterford High School
177 students · 9th–12th 		7.4
2
Bluesky Virtual Academy
3 students · 12th–12th 		—

Schools in Waterford

Waterford, Ohio · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$61,295

Median Home Value

$194,500

Median Rent

$854/mo

Population

3,019

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Community Profile

Waterford has a median household income of $61,295. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $194,500, with a median rent of $854/month. The local poverty rate of 8.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Ohio
Elementary
1
High
2

Resources

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School District

Wolf Creek Local

3 schools · 587 students

Nearby Cities

Beverly (3 schools)
1 mi
Lowell (1 school)
7 mi
Vincent (3 schools)
11 mi
Stockport (1 school)
9 mi
Marietta (8 schools)
11 mi
Mc Connelsville (3 schools)
12 mi
Lower Salem (1 school)
13 mi
Caldwell (2 schools)
16 mi
Belpre (3 schools)
18 mi
Stewart (3 schools)
20 mi
Sarahsville (2 schools)
21 mi
Coolville (2 schools)
22 mi
Amesville (1 school)
19 mi
Malta (1 school)
21 mi
Philo (1 school)
27 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Waterford, Ohio

How many schools are in Waterford, Ohio?

Waterford has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Waterford, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waterford is 7.2 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 Waterford, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Waterford on MySchoolScout is Waterford High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Waterford, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Waterford on MySchoolScout is Waterford Elementary School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best high school in Waterford, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Waterford on MySchoolScout is Waterford High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Waterford, Ohio?

Waterford is served by 1 school district: Wolf Creek Local.

What is the education level in Waterford, Ohio?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Waterford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Waterford, Ohio?

The median household income in Waterford is approximately $61,295 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waterford is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waterford, 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.