Anderson High School is a public high school in the Forest Hills Local School District in Hamilton County, Ohio.
Serving 1,177 students in grades 9-12, Anderson High School ranks in the top 20% 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 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Anderson High School's student population of 1,177 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1929
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Anderson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#637 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
84%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raptors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson High School's ranking?
Anderson High School is ranked #637 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Anderson High School often compared to?
Anderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turpin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anderson High School?
The graduation rate of Anderson High School is 97%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Anderson High School?
1,177 students attend Anderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Anderson High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anderson High School?
Anderson High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anderson High School offer ?
Anderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson High School part of?
Anderson High School is part of Forest Hills Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Anderson High School located?
Anderson High School is located in the Forestville neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Forestville.
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