Serving 402 students in grades 9-12, Wellston 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wellston High School's student population of 402 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wellston 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 Wellston High School is 0.08, 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
#2195 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Wellston High School's ranking?
Wellston High School is ranked #2195 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wellston High School often compared to?
Wellston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson High School, Oak Hill Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wellston High School?
The graduation rate of Wellston High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wellston High School?
402 students attend Wellston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Wellston High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wellston High School?
Wellston High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wellston High School offer ?
Wellston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wellston High School part of?
Wellston High School is part of Wellston City School District.
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