C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
86/100 · earnings-weighted

Wayne County Schools Career Center

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Smithville, Ohio 44677
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 82%
Outcomes
B
66/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
B
73/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
33/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

90
Total Enrollment
82%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
3.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$32,673
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Wayne County Schools Career Center ▼

60% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$267,259
Avg Monthly Rent
$999
1-Year Change
+7.3%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Wayne County Schools Career Center, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$42,774
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$39,934
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,574
Median debt at graduation
70.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
37.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 18% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 92nd percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Wayne County Schools Career Center

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$66,401+15%#54 of 176#46—
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$42,438$50,090-11%#552 of 757#513$7,350

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Wayne County Schools Career Center Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $267,259
  • Avg rent near campus: $999/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 44667 (5.4% cap, Orrville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

82%
Receive Any Aid
53%
Receive Pell Grants
50%
Take Out Loans
$32,673
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$29,467
$75,001 - $110,000$32,293
$110,001+$29,731

Student Demographics

90
Total Students
73%
Women
57%
Traditional Age (18-24)
60%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 90%
Hispanic 1%
Black 3%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 60%
With Family 40%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~54 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%
25-64 (Adult) 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Wayne County Schools Career Center?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Wayne County Schools Career Center?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Wayne County Schools Career Center?
The graduation rate at Wayne County Schools Career Center is 82%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Wayne County Schools Career Center a good school?
Wayne County Schools Career Center has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Wayne County Schools Career Center?
Wayne County Schools Career Center has a total enrollment of 90 students.
Is there rental demand near Wayne County Schools Career Center?
Yes! Approximately 60% of students at Wayne County Schools Career Center live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 54 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Smithville area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology