Huron County Schools & Education
Huron County, Ohio
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
70/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
92.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,102
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,994
School Score
70/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#12
of 88 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Huron County
Measured School Summary
Huron County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 70/100 and a graduation rate of 92.9%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
Huron County spends $8,102 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 30% above the Ohio average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 4.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Huron 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
21 public schools and 6 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
70/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #12 of 88 Ohio counties with school score data.
Completion
92.9%
4.6 pts above the state average
Funding context
$8,102
$108 above the state average
School coverage
21
6 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Huron County has 21 public schools across 6 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 Huron 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.
Higher-signal county
Huron County screens well on the measured county-level school signal. The next check is whether that strength is broad across districts or concentrated in a few school pathways.
State position
#12
of 88 Ohio counties with school score data. The county score is 16 points above 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.
Norwalk City
Elementary to high school visible
2,541 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
Willard City
Elementary to high school visible
1,247 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
Western Reserve Local
Elementary to high school visible
1,003 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
New London Local
Elementary to high school visible
870 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Norwalk City is the largest listed district slice, with 6 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 Huron County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Huron 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 Huron 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.
A Large Network Serving Huron Families
Huron County boasts 21 public schools across six districts, educating 7,395 students. This comprehensive system includes seven elementary, eight middle, and six high schools.
Outstanding Graduation Rates in Huron
The county's graduation rate stands at 92.9%, far exceeding both state and national averages. Funding is consistent at $8,102 per pupil, which is slightly higher than the state median.
Norwalk City Anchors the Education System
Norwalk City is the largest district, serving 2,541 students across six schools. Traditional public districts handle all student enrollment, as there are no charter schools in the county.
Vibrant Town Schools and Rural Campuses
With 12 schools in town locales and 9 in rural settings, the county offers diverse educational environments. Norwalk High is the largest facility with 739 students, while average school sizes stay around 352.
School Overview
Total Schools
21
in Huron County
Reported Enrollment
7,395
21 schools reporting
School Districts
6
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
6 School Districts in Huron County
Norwalk City
Willard City
Western Reserve Local
New London Local
South Central Local
Monroeville Local
21 Public Schools in Huron 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 20 of 21 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwalk High School | Record | Norwalk City | Norwalk, 44857Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 739 |
| Willard Elementary School | Record | Willard City | Willard, 44890Town: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 586 |
| Western Reserve Elementary School | Record | Western Reserve Local | Collins, 44826Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 479 |
| Maplehurst Elementary School | Record | Norwalk City | Norwalk, 44857Town: Distant | PK–1 | Primary | 467 |
| New London Elementary School | Record | New London Local | New London, 44851Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 452 |
| Bellevue Middle School | Record | Bellevue City | Bellevue, 44811Town: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 416 |
| Norwalk Middle School | Record | Norwalk City | Norwalk, 44857Town: Distant | 7–8 | Middle | 404 |
| Pleasant Elementary School | Record | Norwalk City | Norwalk, 44857Town: Distant | 2–3 | Primary | 391 |
| South Central Elementary School | Record | South Central Local | Greenwich, 44837Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 387 |
| Willard High School | Record | Willard City | Willard, 44890Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 362 |
| Main Street School | Record | Norwalk City | Norwalk, 44857Town: Distant | 5–6 | Middle | 344 |
| Willard Middle School | Record | Willard City | Willard, 44890Town: Distant | 5–8 | Middle | 299 |
| Monroeville Elementary School | Record | Monroeville Local | Monroeville, 44847Town: Distant | PK–6 | Primary | 297 |
| Western Reserve High School | Record | Western Reserve Local | Collins, 44826Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 295 |
| Monroeville High School | Record | Monroeville Local | Monroeville, 44847Town: Distant | 7–12 | High | 275 |
| New London High School | Record | New London Local | New London, 44851Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 231 |
| Western Reserve Middle School | Record | Western Reserve Local | Collins, 44826Rural: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 229 |
| South Central High School | Record | South Central Local | Greenwich, 44837Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 212 |
| League Elementary School | Record | Norwalk City | Norwalk, 44857Town: Distant | 4–6 | Middle | 196 |
| New London Middle School | Record | New London Local | New London, 44851Rural: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 187 |
Western Reserve Elementary School
Western Reserve Local
Collins, 44826 / Rural: Distant
New London Elementary School
New London Local
New London, 44851 / Rural: Distant
South Central Elementary School
South Central Local
Greenwich, 44837 / Rural: Distant
Monroeville Elementary School
Monroeville Local
Monroeville, 44847 / Town: Distant
Western Reserve High School
Western Reserve Local
Collins, 44826 / Rural: Distant
Monroeville High School
Monroeville Local
Monroeville, 44847 / Town: Distant
Western Reserve Middle School
Western Reserve Local
Collins, 44826 / Rural: Distant
South Central High School
South Central Local
Greenwich, 44837 / Rural: Distant
New London Middle School
New London Local
New London, 44851 / Rural: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,102
State avg $7,994
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Schools in Huron County, Ohio — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Huron County, Ohio?
Huron County boasts 21 public schools across six districts, educating 7,395 students. This comprehensive system includes seven elementary, eight middle, and six high schools.
How do schools in Huron County perform academically?
The county's graduation rate stands at 92.9%, far exceeding both state and national averages. Funding is consistent at $8,102 per pupil, which is slightly higher than the state median.
What are the major school districts in Huron County, Ohio?
Norwalk City is the largest district, serving 2,541 students across six schools. Traditional public districts handle all student enrollment, as there are no charter schools in the county.
What is the school experience like in Huron County?
With 12 schools in town locales and 9 in rural settings, the county offers diverse educational environments. Norwalk High is the largest facility with 739 students, while average school sizes stay around 352.
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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.