Kalida High School is a public high school in Kalida, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Kalida Local School District. Their mascot is the Wildcat. They are a member of the Putnam County League.
Serving 365 students in grades 5-12, Kalida High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kalida High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kalida High School's student population of 365 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Kalida High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalida High School is 0.02, 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
#130 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
99%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalida High School's ranking?
Kalida High School is ranked #130 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Kalida High School often compared to?
Kalida High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kalida High School?
The graduation rate of Kalida High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kalida High School?
365 students attend Kalida High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Kalida High School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalida High School?
Kalida High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kalida High School offer ?
Kalida High School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kalida High School part of?
Kalida High School is part of Kalida Local School District.
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