Vermilion High School is a public high school in Vermilion, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Vermilion Local School District. The school colors are purple and gold. The sports teams are nicknamed the Sailors.
Serving 580 students in grades 8-12, Vermilion High School ranks in the top 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 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vermilion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Vermilion High School's student population of 580 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Vermilion High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vermilion High School is 0.21, which is less 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
#1573 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vermilion High School's ranking?
Vermilion High School is ranked #1573 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Vermilion High School often compared to?
Vermilion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Firelands High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vermilion High School?
The graduation rate of Vermilion High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Vermilion High School?
580 students attend Vermilion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Vermilion High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vermilion High School?
Vermilion High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vermilion High School offer ?
Vermilion High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vermilion High School part of?
Vermilion High School is part of Vermilion Local School District.
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