Vermilion Local

The Vermilion Local school district in Ohio comprises four schools, including one elementary school, one middle school, and two high schools (one traditional and one virtual). The district's schools demonstrate a mix of high-performing and average-performing institutions, with standout schools like Vermilion High School and Sailorway Middle School consistently ranking among the top schools in the state and achieving strong results on state assessments.

Vermilion High School and Sailorway Middle School are the district's academic powerhouses, with Vermilion High School ranked 245 out of 864 Ohio high schools and Sailorway Middle School ranked 262 out of 1,046 Ohio middle schools. Both schools boast impressive performance on state tests, with Vermilion High School achieving 68.5% proficiency in 8th grade science, 87.8% in American Government, and 84.2% in American History, while Sailorway Middle School excels in 5th grade science with 70.6% proficiency. Additionally, Vermilion High School maintains an excellent 97.6% 4-year graduation rate.

However, the district faces some challenges, such as relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, particularly at Vermilion High School (33.4%), and a predominantly white student population with a significant percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. The district's per-student spending and student-teacher ratios also vary across the schools, suggesting a need to examine resource allocation and its potential impact on student outcomes. Overall, the Vermilion Local school district offers a mix of academic excellence and areas for improvement, providing valuable insights for parents and educators to enhance the educational experiences and outcomes for all students in the district.