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Wauseon High School

High School · Wauseon Exempted Village

840 Parkview St, Wauseon, OH 43567

Enrollment

536

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,994 of 3,441

In Wauseon

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Wauseon Exempted Village

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Wauseon High School

6.0/10

High School in Wauseon · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Wauseon Middle School

6.8/10

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7.5/10

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About Wauseon High School

Wauseon High School is a public high school in Wauseon, OH, part of Wauseon Exempted Village. Wauseon High School serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wauseon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,994 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Wauseon High School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • OH avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
College Readiness6.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation4.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,594
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Wauseon High School — Students at Wauseon High School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Wauseon High School Compares

See how Wauseon High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in OH
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
20
11 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
4.9% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
11 boys'·9 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

840 Parkview St, Wauseon, OH 43567

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wauseon High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pettisville High School (rated 8.6/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Pettisville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Center High School (rated 7.9/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Liberty Center), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pike-Delta-York High School (rated 7.4/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Delta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wauseon, see our Wauseon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Wauseon Middle School Wauseon 0.2 mi 6.8
Wauseon Elementary School Wauseon 0.3 mi 7.5
Wauseon Primary School Wauseon 0.7 mi 5.9
NEW HORIZONS ACADEMY Wauseon 1.4 mi 8.0
Pettisville Elementary School Pettisville 5.4 mi 8.5
Pettisville High School Pettisville 5.4 mi 8.6
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Napoleon 7.1 mi
Pike-Delta-York High School Delta 6.9 mi 7.4
Delta Elementary School Delta 7.1 mi 8.2
Pike-Delta-York Middle School Delta 7.2 mi 8.5
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Napoleon 11.1 mi 6.3
Liberty Center Elementary School Liberty Center 9.8 mi 9.5
Liberty Center High School Liberty Center 9.8 mi 7.9
Liberty Center Middle School Liberty Center 9.8 mi 9.0
ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Napoleon 11.1 mi 7.6
Napoleon Junior/Senior High School Napoleon 11.3 mi 6.7
Napoleon Elementary School Napoleon 11.5 mi 9.1
Archbold Middle School Archbold 9.6 mi 8.5
Morenci Elementary School Morenci 12.3 mi 4.7
Archbold Elementary School Archbold 9.8 mi 9.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43567 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,404

Median Home Value

$172,600

Median Rent

$816/mo

Population

12,879

College Educated

18.7%

Homeownership

78.8%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

39.1

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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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Wauseon Exempted Village
District Enrollment
1,711
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,594
District Rank
#3 of 4

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