Holgate High School is a public high school in Holgate, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Holgate Local Schools district.
Serving 162 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Holgate Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Holgate Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Holgate, OH school district, covering approximately 54.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holgate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Holgate Elementary School's student population of 162 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Tiger Pride. Always!
School Rankings
Holgate Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holgate Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#798 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
81%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holgate Elementary School's ranking?
Holgate Elementary School is ranked #798 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Holgate Elementary School often compared to?
Holgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holgate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Holgate Elementary School?
162 students attend Holgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Holgate Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holgate Elementary School?
Holgate Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holgate Elementary School offer ?
Holgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holgate Elementary School part of?
Holgate Elementary School is part of Holgate Local School District.
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