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 393 students in grades 5-12, Kalida High School ranks in the top 10% 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 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Kalida High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kalida, OH, covering an area of approximately 38.8 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.9 miles away.
- 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 393 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kalida High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalida High School is 0.04, 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
#260 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
White
98%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1999–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalida High School's ranking?
Kalida High School is ranked #260 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, Ottoville High School, Miller City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 86.2%.
How many students attend Kalida High School?
393 students attend Kalida High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kalida High School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
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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