Serving 300 students in grades 9-12, Black River 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Black River High School's student population of 300 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Black River 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 Black River High School is 0.10, 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
#1342 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Black River High School's ranking?
Black River High School is ranked #1342 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Black River High School often compared to?
Black River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Black River High School?
The graduation rate of Black River High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Black River High School?
300 students attend Black River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Black River High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black River High School?
Black River High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Black River High School offer ?
Black River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Black River High School part of?
Black River High School is part of Black River Local School District.
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