Serving 536 students in grades 9-12, Chaney 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 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower 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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Chaney Campus VPA & STEM is located in Youngstown, OH, covering an area of approximately 45.7 square miles that encompasses the entire school district. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chaney High School's student population of 536 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Once a cowboy, always a cowboy!
School Rankings
Chaney High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chaney High School is 0.60, which is more 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
#3084 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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
85-89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)81.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaney High School's ranking?
Chaney High School is ranked #3084 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chaney High School often compared to?
Chaney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fitch High School, Canfield 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 54% OH state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chaney High School?
The graduation rate of Chaney High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Chaney High School?
536 students attend Chaney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Chaney High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chaney High School?
Chaney High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chaney High School offer ?
Chaney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chaney High School part of?
Chaney High School is part of Youngstown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Chaney High School located?
Chaney High School is located in the Schenley neighborhood of Youngstown, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Schenley.
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