Defiance City

Headquartered at 801 S Clinton St in Defiance, Ohio, Defiance City Schools is an open, traditional public school district serving the local community within a distant town setting. Operating as a non-charter district, it manages three operational schools that deliver a comprehensive educational experience spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade. The district currently educates a total student body of 2,344 learners, offering a complete academic pipeline that guides children through their primary and secondary educational journeys.

To support its student population, Defiance City Schools maintains a robust professional workforce totaling approximately 826.4 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes roughly 295.5 full-time equivalent teachers, 26.5 instructional aides, and 504.4 support staff personnel, ensuring a strong framework for classroom instruction, administrative operations, and student services. The district serves a diverse student body—comprising 1,116 female and 1,228 male students across various racial and ethnic backgrounds, including 1,469 White, 634 Hispanic, 130 multiracial, 100 Black, 9 Asian, and 2 American Indian students—fostering an inclusive learning environment across all three of its school campuses.