School year planning
Ohio School Calendar
Ohio schools typically start in mid-to-late August (commonly the third or fourth week of August) and wrap up late May to early June.
Districts set their own calendars, so use the dates below as a guide and confirm with your local school system.
When does school start?
mid-to-late August (commonly the third or fourth week of August)
When does school end?
late May to early June
Winter break
roughly the last two weeks of December into the first days of January
Spring break
one week in late March or early April, often around Easter
About the Ohio school year
Ohio requires 182.5 days or 920 hours of instruction and allows local school boards to set their own calendars. Most districts begin in mid-to-late August, though some start as early as the second week of August. Spring break timing varies: districts near large cities tend to align with Easter week, while others choose a fixed week in late March. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the three largest urban districts and each publishes its own calendar, which may differ slightly from suburban counterparts.
Largest school districts in Ohio
- Columbus City Schools
- Cleveland Metropolitan School District
- Cincinnati Public Schools
- Akron Public Schools
- Toledo Public Schools
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When does school start in Ohio?
Most Ohio public schools start in mid-to-late August, typically during the third or fourth week of the month. Some districts begin as early as the second week of August, while others wait until just before Labor Day.
When is spring break in Ohio?
Spring break in Ohio public schools is usually one week in late March or early April, often timed around Easter. Exact dates differ by district, so check your local school calendar.
When does the school year end in Ohio?
Ohio public schools generally finish in late May to early June. The exact last day depends on the district's start date and any make-up days for weather closures.
How long is winter break in Ohio schools?
Winter break in Ohio public schools is typically about two weeks, running from roughly the last week of December through the first few days of January, with students returning just after New Year's.
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