Avon Lake High School is a public high school located in Avon Lake, Ohio, west of Cleveland. It serves grades 9–12. It is part of the Avon Lake City School District.
Serving 1,054 students in grades 9-12, Avon Lake High School ranks in the top 20% 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 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,054 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Avon Lake High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Avon Lake, OH, covering an area of approximately 11.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avon Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Avon Lake High School's student population of 1,054 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,054 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
Campus Size
13 acres
School Rankings
Avon Lake High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avon Lake High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#424 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Shorty The Shoreman
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avon Lake High School's ranking?
Avon Lake High School is ranked #424 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Avon Lake High School often compared to?
Avon Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Avon Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Avon Lake High School is 93%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Avon Lake High School?
1,054 students attend Avon Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Avon Lake High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avon Lake High School?
Avon Lake High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avon Lake High School offer ?
Avon Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avon Lake High School part of?
Avon Lake High School is part of Avon Lake City School District.
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5 10/10/2025
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