Serving 242 students in grades 9-12, Richmond Heights 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Richmond Heights High School's student population of 242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richmond Heights 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 Richmond Heights High School is 0.24, 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
#2613 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
87%
17%
White
3%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Richmond Heights High School's ranking?
Richmond Heights High School is ranked #2613 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Richmond Heights High School often compared to?
Richmond Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richmond Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Richmond Heights High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Richmond Heights High School?
242 students attend Richmond Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Richmond Heights High School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Heights High School?
Richmond Heights High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richmond Heights High School offer ?
Richmond Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richmond Heights High School part of?
Richmond Heights High School is part of Richmond Heights Local School District.
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