Serving 1,344 students in grades 9-12, Start 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 11% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 1,344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Start High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Start High School's student population of 1,344 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Start 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 Start High School is 0.62, 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
#2665 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
53%
17%
White
31%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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 Start High School's ranking?
Start High School is ranked #2665 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Start High School often compared to?
Start High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waite High School, Whitmer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Start High School?
The graduation rate of Start High School is 77%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Start High School?
1,344 students attend Start High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Start High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Start High School?
Start High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Start High School offer ?
Start High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Start High School part of?
Start High School is part of Toledo City School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2014
great staff students are a joke
5 1/11/2010
Roy C. Start is indeed one of the Top schools in Toledo Ohio. I realize that isn't saying much, however I have conversated with students their of all races and all seemed to be very intellegent and decent teens. Roy C. Start offers above and beyond the educational help and finacial help the students are in need of. The teachers are very knowledgable; and we as parents know that is extremely important for children; but not only are they knowledgable they "explain things well" - student I had interviewed. Many websites and letters are sent to parents throughout the year to keep parents involved. I would with all my knowledge recommend this school to any teen becoming a freshmen or deciding to switch schools.
5 1/11/2010
I go here and I am learning more than when I attended Toledo Technology Academy; for more than a few reasons.
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