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Fostoria Junior/senior High School

High School · Fostoria City

1001 Park Ave, Fostoria, OH 44830

Enrollment

769

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,249 of 3,441

In Fostoria

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Fostoria City

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Fostoria Junior/senior High School

5.6/10

High School in Fostoria · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Fostoria Elementary School

6.3/10

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9.3/10

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About Fostoria Junior/senior High School

Fostoria Junior/senior High School is a public high school in Fostoria, OH, part of Fostoria City. Fostoria Junior/senior High School serves approximately 769 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Fostoria Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,249 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Fostoria Junior/senior High School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Fostoria Junior/senior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,824
Chronic Absenteeism47.2%

Fostoria Junior/senior High School — Students at Fostoria Junior/senior High School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
43%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.

How Fostoria Junior/senior High School Compares

See how Fostoria Junior/senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in OH
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Sports
4
3 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.2%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics4sports offered
3 boys'·1 girls'·3 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1001 Park Ave, Fostoria, OH 44830

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fostoria Junior/senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lakota High School (rated 8.3/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Kansas), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arcadia High School (rated 7.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Arcadia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hopewell-Loudon Local High School (rated 7.7/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Bascom), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fostoria, see our Fostoria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Fostoria Elementary School Fostoria 0.2 mi 6.3
Arcadia Elementary School Arcadia 6.1 mi 9.3
Arcadia High School Arcadia 6.1 mi 7.8
Arcadia Middle School Arcadia 6.1 mi 6.3
Elmwood Middle School Bloomdale 8.6 mi 8.6
Elmwood High School Bloomdale 8.6 mi 7.0
Elmwood Elementary School Bloomdale 8.6 mi 9.2
Lakota Middle School Kansas 9.1 mi 7.1
Lakota Elementary School Kansas 9.1 mi 8.9
Lakota High School Kansas 9.1 mi 8.3
Hopewell-Loudon Local Elementary School Bascom 8.3 mi 8.7
Hopewell-Loudon Local High School Bascom 8.3 mi 7.7
New Riegel Elementary School New Riegel 9.8 mi 8.6
New Riegel High School New Riegel 9.8 mi 7.4
Vanlue Elementary School Vanlue 13.6 mi 9.5
Vanlue High School Vanlue 13.6 mi 7.6
ST MICHEAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Findlay 12.4 mi 6.4
Old Fort Elementary School Bettsville Campus Bettsville 11.7 mi 8.1
Van Buren Elementary School Van Buren 11.4 mi 9.0
Wilson Vance Elementary School Findlay 12.6 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,589

Median Home Value

$109,900

Median Rent

$770/mo

Population

18,409

College Educated

12.3%

Homeownership

72.9%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fostoria Junior/senior High School

What grades does Fostoria Junior/senior High School serve?

Fostoria Junior/senior High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Fostoria Junior/senior High School?

Fostoria Junior/senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 769 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fostoria Junior/senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fostoria Junior/senior High School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fostoria Junior/senior High School rank in OH?

Fostoria Junior/senior High School ranks #2,249 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Fostoria Junior/senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fostoria Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Fostoria Junior/senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fostoria Junior/senior High School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fostoria Junior/senior High School a charter school?

No, Fostoria Junior/senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fostoria Junior/senior High School a Title I school?

No, Fostoria Junior/senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
769
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Wood County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.2%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Fostoria City
District Enrollment
1,835
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,824
District Rank
#2 of 2

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