The mission of the Vermilion High School, in partnership with family and community, is to educate and to develop all students to their highest potential, and to prepare those students to be lifelong learners and meet the challenges, responsibilities and opportunities of a global society. Public four-year high school with 791 students enrolled in grades nine through twelve. The normal school year consists of 180 student days. Vermilion is primarily a residential community located on the shores of Lake Erie. The city is approximately thirty-five miles west of the Cleveland metropolitan area and is located in both Erie and Lorain counties.
Vermilion has some light industry, one heavy industry, and many commercial establishments.
The city is also one of the prime recreational areas on Lake Erie, being known for fishing and boating. During the summer, Vermilion is host to thousands of tourists and vacationers. The school offers a wide variety of courses ranging from Advanced Placement to developmental classes. Four years of French, Spanish and Latin are available when enrollment warrants. Honors English is available in grades 9 12.