Average
#1994 of 3,441 schools in OH
Wauseon High School
High School · Wauseon Exempted Village · Wauseon, OH
A Wauseon Exempted Village high school where students score 5 points above what's typical for similar communities.
840 Parkview St, Wauseon, OH 43567
- Math 57% proficient (2021)
- Reading 67% proficient (2021)
- 92.0% 4-year graduation
Academics
Full Profile · 4/4 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Wauseon High School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
2021 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. OH average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 13 points since 2018, to 62% in 2021, across a 13-year record (2009–2021).
Show all 13 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 73% (multi-year average, 2009-2021) · reading/ELA 82% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
45.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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 rateThe neighborhood
Where Wauseon High School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 23Car-Dependent
- Bike 53Bikeable
Powered by
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$74,404
Median home value
$172,600
Median rent
$816/mo
College educated
18.7%
Homeownership
78.8%
Poverty rate
6%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 43567; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
1 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Horizons AcademyPrivate · tuition | 8.0 | PK–12 | 1.4 mi | 118 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Wauseon Exempted Village
- Schools in district
- 4
- Rank in district
- #3 of 4
- District spending per student
- $12,594NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 9.5%Census SAIPE · 2024
Wauseon High School is listed in Wauseon Exempted Village; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Wauseon High School
Wauseon High School is a public high school in Wauseon, OH, part of Wauseon Exempted Village, serving approximately 536 students in grades 9th-12th with a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,994 of 3,441 schools in OH. State assessment records show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Wauseon High School
What grades does Wauseon High School serve?
Wauseon High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wauseon High School?
Wauseon High School has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wauseon High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wauseon High School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wauseon High School rank in OH?
Wauseon High School ranks #1,994 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Wauseon High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wauseon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Wauseon High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wauseon High School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Wauseon High School a charter school?
No, Wauseon High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wauseon High School a Title I school?
No, Wauseon High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wauseon High School?
45.7% of students at Wauseon High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.1%
- Phone
- (419) 335-5756
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
- Area population (ZIP 43567)
- 12,879
- Area average commute
- 20.3 min
- Area median age
- 39.1
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2021 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2021 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2021 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2021 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 43567; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2021; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
- Best Schools in Akron, OH — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in Columbus, OH — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best States for Public Schools in 2026: A Complete Rankingdata insights
- Charter Schools vs Public Schools: What the Data Actually Shows (2026)school choice
- Moving for Schools: How to Find the Best Schools Before You Relocateguides
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.