Serving 969 students in grades 9-12, Sandusky High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 969 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandusky High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sandusky High School's student population of 969 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
969 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandusky High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandusky High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2493 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
39%
17%
White
40%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
19%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandusky High School's ranking?
Sandusky High School is ranked #2493 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Sandusky High School often compared to?
Sandusky High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perkins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandusky High School?
The graduation rate of Sandusky High School is 94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sandusky High School?
969 students attend Sandusky High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Sandusky High School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandusky High School?
Sandusky High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandusky High School offer ?
Sandusky High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sandusky High School part of?
Sandusky High School is part of Sandusky City School District.
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