| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Holmes Local School District | Baltic | 9/10 Excellent · 86th pct | 1,497 | 8 | K–12 | 7 |
| West Holmes Local School District | Brinkhaven | 6/10 Average · 56th pct | 1,815 | 7 | K–12 | 7 |
| Waynedale Local School District | Holmesville | 3/10 Below Average · 25th pct | 1,243 | 6 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Holmes County compares
Together they enroll 4,555 students across 21 schools. The largest is West Holmes Local School District with 1,815 students. Districts here average 6.0/10, above the Ohio average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Holmes County, Ohio
Holmes County has 3 public school districts covering 15 zip codes. The top-rated district in Holmes County is East Holmes Local School District (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (Ohio State Tests 2024–25), ranked against all districts in Ohio. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Holmes County, OH?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Holmes County, OH. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Holmes County, OH?
Of the districts serving Holmes County, East Holmes Local School District has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 86th percentile among Ohio school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Ohio reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Ohio and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Ohio only, never across state lines.