Bexley High School is a public high school located in Bexley, Ohio, a suburb of Columbus.
Serving 766 students in grades 9-12, Bexley High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bexley High School's attendance zone is located in Columbus, OH, covering an area of 2.4 square miles, which encompasses the entire school district. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the closest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bexley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bexley High School's student population of 766 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
766 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1921
Campus Size
28 acres
School Motto
Learn with Curiosity. Demonstrate Kindness. Embrace Equity.
School Rankings
Bexley High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bexley High School is 0.35, 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
#291 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
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
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bexley High School's ranking?
Bexley High School is ranked #291 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bexley High School often compared to?
Bexley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Arlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bexley High School?
The graduation rate of Bexley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Bexley High School?
766 students attend Bexley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bexley High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bexley High School?
Bexley High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bexley High School offer ?
Bexley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bexley High School part of?
Bexley High School is part of Bexley City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bexley High School located?
Bexley High School is located in the Rudolphs Fairwood neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Rudolphs Fairwood.
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