Cedar Cliff Local School District Profile

The mission of Cedar Cliff Local School District to:
Provide students with the best well-rounded education
that teaches, challenges and develops the mind, body and character and prepares responsible graduates who
​contribute within society.
Enrollment Figures (2025):
Elementary School Enrollment: 291
Middle School Enrollment: 186
High School Enrollment: 235
Total Student Enrollment:   712

In addition to meeting the requirements of the State of Ohio, the Cedar Cliff Local School District is proud to offer the following for the students attending each day:
  • Accelerated College Credit: Cedarville High School students have the exceptional opportunity to earn nearly 40 semester hours of college credit through our comprehensive College Credit Plus (CCP) program, all without leaving the high school campus. This provides a significant head start on their college education.
  • Proven Early Literacy Success: Since the inception of the Third Grade Reading Guarantee, every single Cedarville Elementary student has successfully met its requirements, demonstrating our strong foundation in early literacy development.
  • Robust Advanced Academics: Cedarville High School offers a strong portfolio of advanced academic opportunities, including two Advanced Placement (AP) courses and nine College Credit Plus (CCP) courses, challenging and preparing students for future academic success.
  • Above Average College Readiness: Our students consistently demonstrate superior college readiness, with an average ACT score that is 2.0 points higher than both the state and national averages.
  • High College Enrollment Rate: For the past three years, approximately 85-90% of Cedarville High School graduates have reported attending college, significantly exceeding what state reporting often reflects. This highlights our commitment to post-secondary success.
  • Strategic University Partnership: The Cedar Cliff Local School District maintains a valuable partnership with Cedarville University, providing enriching opportunities for our elementary students and high schoolers (through CCP), as well as implementing cost-saving measures through Federal Work Study programs, ensuring responsible fiscal management.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology Integration: Students within the Cedar Cliff Local School District benefit from a one-to-one technology program, ensuring every student has access to a personal technology device in every classroom, fostering a dynamic and modern learning environment.
  • Investing in Future Generations: An endowment program has been established, allowing families and students to contribute to the future educational pursuits of Cedarville High School graduates, demonstrating a strong community commitment to student success.
  • Responsible Fiscal Stewardship: Through fiscally responsible practices, the district has effectively managed its resources, avoiding the need for additional operating funds even after constructing new facilities and navigating decreased state funding.
  • Cultivating Civic Responsibility: Students in all grades, from kindergarten through 12th grade, actively participate in community service projects, instilling the values of service and community pride from a young age.
  • Award-Winning Arts Program: Our Musical and Arts Department has consistently achieved high accolades at both the state and local levels, showcasing the exceptional talent and dedication within these programs.