Margaretta High School

536 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Margaretta High School, located in the rural community of Castalia, Ohio, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Margaretta Local School District. As a smaller, community-centered school, it fosters a close-knit environment where students benefit from personalized attention and a strong sense of local pride. The school is deeply integrated into the fabric of the surrounding Erie County area, often acting as a focal point for community events, local traditions, and interscholastic athletics, where the "Polar Bears" compete with spirit and regional recognition.

Academically, the school focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional core curriculum and career-readiness opportunities. By maintaining a manageable student-to-teacher ratio, Margaretta High School emphasizes student growth and character development alongside standard academic benchmarks. The institution remains committed to its mission of providing a supportive educational experience that bridges the gap between foundational learning and the practical skills necessary for students to transition into college, the workforce, or military service upon graduation.
536
Total Students
31.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Margaretta High School
Demographic Student Count
White484
Hispanic33
Black4
Asian1
Two or More14
  • White
    484 (90.3%)
  • Hispanic
    33 (6.2%)
  • Two or More
    14 (2.6%)
  • Black
    4 (0.7%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Margaretta Local
Phone: (419)684-5351
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 536
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 168
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 44
Grades Taught
Grade 6 78
Grade 7 81
Grade 8 90
Grade 9 84
Grade 10 75
Grade 11 64
Grade 12 64

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Margaretta High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 678
Grade 781
Grade 890
Grade 984
Grade 1075
Grade 1164
Grade 1264
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Margaretta High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26148.7%
Male27551.3%