Coldwater High School is a public high school located in Coldwater, Ohio. It is part of Coldwater Exempted Village Schools.
Serving 384 students in grades 9-12, Coldwater High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coldwater High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Coldwater High School's student population of 384 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1869
School Rankings
Coldwater High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coldwater High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#289 out of 3241 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavalier
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coldwater High School's ranking?
Coldwater High School is ranked #289 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Coldwater High School often compared to?
Coldwater High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Henry High School, Celina High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coldwater High School?
The graduation rate of Coldwater High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Coldwater High School?
384 students attend Coldwater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Coldwater High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coldwater High School?
Coldwater High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Coldwater High School offer ?
Coldwater High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coldwater High School part of?
Coldwater High School is part of Coldwater Exempted Village School District.
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