Canal Winchester is a public high school located in Canal Winchester, Ohio. The town is located 25 minutes South-East of downtown Columbus and is about 30 minutes away from historic Lancaster. It is the only high school in the Canal Winchester School District.
Serving 1,136 students in grades 9-12, Canal Winchester High School ranks in the top 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 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canal Winchester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Canal Winchester High School's student population of 1,136 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Canal Winchester High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canal Winchester High School is 0.61, which is more 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
#1613 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
28%
17%
White
55%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canal Winchester High School's ranking?
Canal Winchester High School is ranked #1613 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canal Winchester High School?
The graduation rate of Canal Winchester High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Canal Winchester High School?
1,136 students attend Canal Winchester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Canal Winchester High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canal Winchester High School?
Canal Winchester High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canal Winchester High School offer ?
Canal Winchester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canal Winchester High School part of?
Canal Winchester High School is part of Canal Winchester Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Canal Winchester High School located?
Canal Winchester High School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Canal Winchester, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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