Serving 1,012 students in grades 9-12, Briggs 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 5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,012 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briggs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Briggs High School's student population of 1,012 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,012 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briggs High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briggs High School is 0.73, 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
#3012 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
25%
7%
Black
27%
17%
White
37%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briggs High School's ranking?
Briggs High School is ranked #3012 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Briggs High School often compared to?
Briggs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beechcroft High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Briggs High School?
The graduation rate of Briggs High School is 70%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Briggs High School?
1,012 students attend Briggs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Briggs High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 25% 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 Briggs High School?
Briggs High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Briggs High School offer ?
Briggs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Briggs High School part of?
Briggs High School is part of Columbus City School District.
In what neighborhood is Briggs High School located?
Briggs High School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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