Auglaize County Schools & Education
Auglaize County, Ohio
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
49/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
89.4%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
89.4%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,440
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,994
School Score
49/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#56
of 88 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Auglaize County
Measured School Summary
Auglaize County performs at an average level with a school score of 49/100 and a solid graduation rate of 89.4%.
Funding Context
At $7,440 per pupil, Auglaize County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 10% below the Ohio average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 7% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Auglaize County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
18 public schools and 7 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
49/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #56 of 88 Ohio counties with school score data.
Completion
89.4%
1.1 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,440
$554 below the state average
School coverage
18
7 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Auglaize County has 18 public schools across 7 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Auglaize County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Mixed school landscape
Auglaize County has enough school-level records to compare the local mix, but no single county metric should be treated as the answer. Use district shape, grade span, and data coverage together.
State position
#56
of 88 Ohio counties with school score data. The county score is 5 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Wapakoneta City
Elementary to high school visible
3,046 students
5 listed schools in this county slice.
St Marys City
Elementary to high school visible
1,949 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
Minster Local
Elementary and high visible
847 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
New Bremen Local
Elementary and high visible
826 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Wapakoneta City is the largest listed district slice, with 5 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Auglaize County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Auglaize County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Auglaize County, Ohio
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Consistent Quality in Auglaize Schools
Auglaize County features 18 public schools across 7 districts, educating a total of 7,623 students. The system is efficiently organized into 8 elementary and 7 high schools to serve local families.
High Graduation and Efficient Spending
The county achieves an impressive 89.4% graduation rate, outpacing both state and national averages. Educators deliver these results with a per-pupil expenditure of $7,440, showing strong value for every dollar invested.
Wapakoneta City Leads Enrollment
Wapakoneta City is the largest district by far, serving 3,046 students across 5 schools. One charter school operates in the county, providing a specialized alternative for a small portion of the student population.
Town-Centered Learning Culture
Half of the county's schools are located in town settings, providing a walkable, community-centric feel for many students. Wapakoneta High School is the largest campus with 874 students, while the county average is 424.
School Overview
Total Schools
18
in Auglaize County
Reported Enrollment
7,623
18 schools reporting
School Districts
7
districts
Charter Schools
1
6% of total
School Level Breakdown
7 School Districts in Auglaize County
Wapakoneta City
St Marys City
Minster Local
New Bremen Local
Waynesfield-Goshen Local
New Knoxville Local
Auglaize County Educational Academy
18 Public Schools in Auglaize County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 18 of 18 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wapakoneta High School | Record | Wapakoneta City | Wapakoneta, 45895Town: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 874 |
| Wapakoneta Elementary | Record | Wapakoneta City | Wapakoneta, 45895Town: Fringe | PK–4 | Primary | 868 |
| Wapakoneta Middle School | Record | Wapakoneta City | Wapakoneta, 45895Town: Fringe | 5–7 | Middle | 674 |
| St Marys Memorial High School | Record | St Marys City | Saint Marys, 45885Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 636 |
| Minster Elementary School | Record | Minster Local | Minster, 45865Town: Distant | KG–6 | Primary | 459 |
| St. Marys Middle School | Record | St Marys City | Saint Marys, 45885Rural: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 454 |
| St Marys West Intermediate School | Record | St Marys City | Saint Marys, 45885Town: Distant | 2–5 | Primary | 430 |
| St. Marys East Primary School | Record | St Marys City | Saint Marys, 45885Town: Distant | KG–2 | Primary | 429 |
| New Bremen Elementary School | Record | New Bremen Local | New Bremen, 45869Rural: Fringe | KG–6 | Primary | 428 |
| New Bremen High School | Record | New Bremen Local | New Bremen, 45869Rural: Fringe | 7–12 | High | 398 |
| Minster Jr/Sr High School | Record | Minster Local | Minster, 45865Town: Distant | 7–12 | High | 388 |
| Cridersville Elementary School | Record | Wapakoneta City | Cridersville, 45806Suburb: Small | PK–4 | Primary | 383 |
| New Knoxville Elementary School | Record | New Knoxville Local | New Knoxville, 45871Rural: Distant | KG–8 | Primary | 296 |
| Wapakoneta Jr. High | Record | Wapakoneta City | Wapakoneta, 45895Town: Fringe | 8 | Middle | 247 |
| Waynesfield-Goshen Local Elementary School | Record | Waynesfield-Goshen Local | Waynesfield, 45896Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 241 |
| Waynesfield-Goshen Local High School | Record | Waynesfield-Goshen Local | Waynesfield, 45896Rural: Distant | 6–12 | High | 231 |
| New Knoxville High School | Record | New Knoxville Local | New Knoxville, 45871Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 98 |
| Auglaize County Educational Academy | Record | Auglaize County Educational Academy | Wapakoneta, 45895Town: Fringe | 7–12 | CharterVirtual | 89 |
St Marys Memorial High School
St Marys City
Saint Marys, 45885 / Rural: Fringe
St Marys West Intermediate School
St Marys City
Saint Marys, 45885 / Town: Distant
St. Marys East Primary School
St Marys City
Saint Marys, 45885 / Town: Distant
New Bremen Elementary School
New Bremen Local
New Bremen, 45869 / Rural: Fringe
Cridersville Elementary School
Wapakoneta City
Cridersville, 45806 / Suburb: Small
New Knoxville Elementary School
New Knoxville Local
New Knoxville, 45871 / Rural: Distant
Waynesfield-Goshen Local Elementary School
Waynesfield-Goshen Local
Waynesfield, 45896 / Rural: Distant
Waynesfield-Goshen Local High School
Waynesfield-Goshen Local
Waynesfield, 45896 / Rural: Distant
New Knoxville High School
New Knoxville Local
New Knoxville, 45871 / Rural: Distant
Auglaize County Educational Academy
Auglaize County Educational Academy
Wapakoneta, 45895 / Town: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,440
State avg $7,994
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Schools in Auglaize County, Ohio — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Auglaize County, Ohio?
Auglaize County features 18 public schools across 7 districts, educating a total of 7,623 students. The system is efficiently organized into 8 elementary and 7 high schools to serve local families.
How do schools in Auglaize County perform academically?
The county achieves an impressive 89.4% graduation rate, outpacing both state and national averages. Educators deliver these results with a per-pupil expenditure of $7,440, showing strong value for every dollar invested.
What are the major school districts in Auglaize County, Ohio?
Wapakoneta City is the largest district by far, serving 3,046 students across 5 schools. One charter school operates in the county, providing a specialized alternative for a small portion of the student population.
What is the school experience like in Auglaize County?
Half of the county's schools are located in town settings, providing a walkable, community-centric feel for many students. Wapakoneta High School is the largest campus with 874 students, while the county average is 424.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.