Serving 845 students in grades 9-12, Butler High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butler High School's student population of 845 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Butler High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butler High School is 0.41, which is less 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
#1531 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
10%
17%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butler High School's ranking?
Butler High School is ranked #1531 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Butler High School?
The graduation rate of Butler High School is 93%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Butler High School?
845 students attend Butler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Butler High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butler High School?
Butler High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Butler High School offer ?
Butler High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Butler High School part of?
Butler High School is part of Vandalia-Butler City School District.
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