Elida High School is a public high school in Elida, Ohio, United States, that is part of Elida Local School District. The school athletic teams are known as the Bulldogs, and the school colors are orange, black, and gold.
Serving 546 students in grades 9-12, Elida 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Elida High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Lima, OH, covering approximately 67.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elida High School's student population of 546 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1892
School Rankings
Elida 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 Elida High School is 0.52, 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
#1212 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
15%
17%
White
67%
65%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold, Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elida High School's ranking?
Elida High School is ranked #1212 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Elida High School often compared to?
Elida High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lima Senior High School, Shawnee High School, Bath High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Elida High School?
The graduation rate of Elida High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Elida High School?
546 students attend Elida High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Elida High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elida High School?
Elida High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elida High School offer ?
Elida High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elida High School part of?
Elida High School is part of Elida Local School District.
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