Serving 629 students in grades 8-12, West Branch High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Branch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Branch High School's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Branch High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Branch 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
#872 out of 3137 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 West Branch High School's ranking?
West Branch High School is ranked #872 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Branch High School often compared to?
West Branch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Branch High School?
The graduation rate of West Branch High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Branch High School?
629 students attend West Branch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Branch High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Branch High School?
West Branch High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Branch High School offer ?
West Branch High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is West Branch High School part of?
West Branch High School is part of West Branch Local School District.
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