Serving 1,011 students in grades 9-12, Whetstone 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,011 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whetstone High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Whetstone High School's student population of 1,011 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,011 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whetstone 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 Whetstone High School is 0.70, 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
#2433 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
7%
Black
29%
17%
White
43%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whetstone High School's ranking?
Whetstone High School is ranked #2433 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Whetstone High School often compared to?
Whetstone High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whetstone High School?
The graduation rate of Whetstone High School is 72%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Whetstone High School?
1,011 students attend Whetstone High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Whetstone High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whetstone High School?
Whetstone High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whetstone High School offer ?
Whetstone High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Whetstone High School part of?
Whetstone High School is part of Columbus City School District.
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