Chardon High School, is a public high school in Chardon, Ohio, United States, serving students in grades 8–12. The school is part of the Chardon Local School District, with admission based primarily on the location of students' homes.
Serving 1,054 students in grades 8-12, Chardon High School ranks in the top 20% 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 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,054 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Chardon High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Chardon school district, covering approximately 75.2 square miles in Chardon, OH. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chardon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chardon High School's student population of 1,054 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,054 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chardon 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 Chardon High School is 0.15, 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
#564 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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
Black, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chardon High School's ranking?
Chardon High School is ranked #564 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chardon High School often compared to?
Chardon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkshire High School, West Geauga High School, Kenston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chardon High School?
The graduation rate of Chardon High School is 96%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Chardon High School?
1,054 students attend Chardon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Chardon High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chardon High School?
Chardon High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chardon High School offer ?
Chardon High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chardon High School part of?
Chardon High School is part of Chardon Local School District.
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