Fayette County Schools & Education
Fayette County, Ohio
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
45/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
89.6%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
89.6%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,127
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,994
School Score
45/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#67
of 88 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Fayette County
Measured School Summary
Fayette County performs at an average level with a school score of 45/100 and a solid graduation rate of 89.6%.
Funding Context
At $7,127 per pupil, Fayette County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 17% below the Ohio average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.3 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 11% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Fayette 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
7 public schools and 2 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
45/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #67 of 88 Ohio counties with school score data.
Completion
89.6%
1.3 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,127
$867 below the state average
School coverage
7
2 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
Fayette County has 7 public schools across 2 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 Fayette 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.
Small-system county
Fayette County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#67
of 88 Ohio counties with school score data. The county score is 9 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.
Miami Trace Local
Elementary to high school visible
2,573 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
Washington Court House City
Elementary to high school visible
2,022 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Washington Court House City is the largest listed district slice, with 4 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 Fayette County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Fayette County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Fayette 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.
Focused School Infrastructure in a Town Hub
Fayette County operates a lean network of 7 public schools serving 4,595 students. The system is split between just 2 districts, focusing resources on 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools.
Two Main Districts Serve the Community
Miami Trace Local is the larger district by enrollment, serving 2,573 students. Washington Court House City manages 4 separate schools, but the county maintains no charter school presence.
Town Centers and Large Campus Sizes
The average school size is 656 students, which is higher than many neighboring rural counties. Miami Trace Elementary is particularly large for the area, serving 1,157 students in a rural setting.
School Overview
Total Schools
7
in Fayette County
Reported Enrollment
4,595
7 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Fayette County
Miami Trace Local
Washington Court House City
7 Public Schools in Fayette County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 7 of 7 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Trace Elementary School | Profile | Miami Trace Local | Washington, 43160Rural: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 1,157 |
| Miami Trace High School | Record | Miami Trace Local | Washington Court House, 43160Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 808 |
| Washington High School | Record | Washington Court House City | Washington Court House, 43160Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 637 |
| Miami Trace Middle School | Record | Miami Trace Local | Washington Court House, 43160Rural: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 608 |
| Cherry Hill Primary | Record | Washington Court House City | Washington, 43160Town: Distant | PK–2 | Primary | 480 |
| Washington Middle School | Record | Washington Court House City | Washington Court House, 43160Town: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 457 |
| Belle Aire Intermediate | Record | Washington Court House City | Washington, 43160Town: Distant | 3–5 | Primary | 448 |
Miami Trace Elementary School
Miami Trace Local
Washington, 43160 / Rural: Fringe
Miami Trace High School
Miami Trace Local
Washington Court House, 43160 / Rural: Fringe
Washington High School
Washington Court House City
Washington Court House, 43160 / Town: Distant
Miami Trace Middle School
Miami Trace Local
Washington Court House, 43160 / Rural: Fringe
Cherry Hill Primary
Washington Court House City
Washington, 43160 / Town: Distant
Washington Middle School
Washington Court House City
Washington Court House, 43160 / Town: Distant
Belle Aire Intermediate
Washington Court House City
Washington, 43160 / Town: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,127
State avg $7,994
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Schools in Fayette County, Ohio — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Fayette County, Ohio?
Fayette County operates a lean network of 7 public schools serving 4,595 students. The system is split between just 2 districts, focusing resources on 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools.
What are the major school districts in Fayette County, Ohio?
Miami Trace Local is the larger district by enrollment, serving 2,573 students. Washington Court House City manages 4 separate schools, but the county maintains no charter school presence.
What is the school experience like in Fayette County?
The average school size is 656 students, which is higher than many neighboring rural counties. Miami Trace Elementary is particularly large for the area, serving 1,157 students in a rural setting.
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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.