Calvin M. Woodward High School is a public high school located in the north side of Toledo, Ohio, that was built in 1928. It was named after an early advocate for vocational education.
Serving 570 students in grades 9-12, Woodward High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodward High School serves the northeast part of Toledo, OH, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodward High School's student population of 570 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodward High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodward High School is 0.62, which is more 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
#3095 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
56%
17%
White
19%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodward High School's ranking?
Woodward High School is ranked #3095 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Woodward High School often compared to?
Woodward High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waite High School, Whitmer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woodward High School?
The graduation rate of Woodward High School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Woodward High School?
570 students attend Woodward High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Woodward High School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodward High School?
Woodward High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodward High School offer ?
Woodward High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodward High School part of?
Woodward High School is part of Toledo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodward High School located?
Woodward High School is located in the Lagrange neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in Lagrange.
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