For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 594 students in Waterford, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in Waterford, OH are Waterford High School and Waterford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterford, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Waterford have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Waterford, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterford High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
330 Main Street
Waterford, OH 45786
(740) 984-2373
Waterford, OH 45786
(740) 984-2373
Gr: 9-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Waterford Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19701 State Route 339
Waterford, OH 45786
(740) 984-2342
Waterford, OH 45786
(740) 984-2342
Gr: K-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: n/an/a
330 Main & High Street
Waterford, OH 45786
(740) 984-2373
Waterford, OH 45786
(740) 984-2373
Gr: 11-12 | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Waterford, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Waterford, OH include Waterford High School and Waterford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Waterford?
3 public schools are located in Waterford.
What is the racial composition of students in Waterford?
Waterford public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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