The city of Hudson--rated #1 best place to live in the state of Ohio in 2014--is a suburb located…read more15 miles north of Akron and 20 miles southeast of Cleveland. Hudson City School District (HCSD) is comprised of the city of Hudson and small parts of Boston Heights Township and Cuyahoga Falls. Approximately 4,800 students attend the six Hudson schools.
The elementary schools range from grades k-5 are are compartmentalized into 4 different buildings at 4 separate locations in the city.
The Hudson Middle School grades range from 6-8 and are all under one roof. Approximately 1,200 students attend the middle school. At the middle school, starting from grade 6 through 8, students are divided up into what they call "communities." If you would like more information about "communities," check out the districts website. www.hudson.k12.oh.us
Hudson High School ranges from grades 9-12 and is also all under one roof. There are approximately 1,600 students that attend this school. Hudson High school is ranked 64th best school in the country and 2nd best in the state of Ohio by Newsweek in 2014. There are 22 AP classes available and College Credit Plus (Previously called Post Secondary) opportunities are offered at the high school.
The HCSD also has a 93% higher education attendance with 91% going to a four year university, 3% going to a 2 year college, and the other 6% going into employment or the military.
The Hudson City School District offers wonderful learning environments with minimal bulling problems among students. Though in recent years, drug problems have risen within the middle and high schools, mostly commonly with the usage of marijuana.
HCSD is comprised of 84% caucasian students, 7% Asian American, 3% Latino/Hispanic, 2% black, and 4% other races.
As a former student, I strongly recommend enrolling your students in this public school system. HCSD offers highly competitive classes that will challenge students and prepare them for college readiness.