Serving 1,631 students in grades 9-12, Westerville Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 1,631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westerville Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westerville Central High School's student population of 1,631 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westerville Central 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 Westerville Central 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
#1258 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
26%
17%
White
55%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westerville Central High School's ranking?
Westerville Central High School is ranked #1258 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Westerville Central High School often compared to?
Westerville Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westerville-north High School, Westerville-south High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westerville Central High School?
The graduation rate of Westerville Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Westerville Central High School?
1,631 students attend Westerville Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Westerville Central High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westerville Central High School?
Westerville Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westerville Central High School offer ?
Westerville Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westerville Central High School part of?
Westerville Central High School is part of Westerville City School District.
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