Elgin High School is a public high school near Marion, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Elgin Local Schools district. The school's team name is the Comets. The school enrollment is 271 as of the 2020-21 school year.
Serving 275 students in grades 9-12, Elgin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Elgin High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Marion City School District, covering approximately 132.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elgin High School's student population of 275 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elgin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elgin High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1516 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
8%
White
90%
65%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
School Mascot
Comet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elgin High School's ranking?
Elgin High School is ranked #1516 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Elgin High School often compared to?
Elgin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant High School, Harding High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elgin High School?
The graduation rate of Elgin High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Elgin High School?
275 students attend Elgin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Elgin High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elgin High School?
Elgin High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elgin High School offer ?
Elgin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elgin High School part of?
Elgin High School is part of Elgin Local School District.
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