Columbus Grove High School is a public high school in Columbus Grove, Ohio, United States, the only high school in the Columbus Grove School district.
Serving 267 students in grades 9-12, Columbus Grove High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbus Grove High School's student population of 267 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Colors
Grey, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Educate and encourage all students to become active and productive citizens.
School Rankings
Columbus Grove High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Grove High School is 0.17, which is less 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
#960 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Grove High School's ranking?
Columbus Grove High School is ranked #960 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbus Grove High School often compared to?
Columbus Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Jennings High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus Grove High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Columbus Grove High School?
267 students attend Columbus Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Columbus Grove High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus Grove High School?
Columbus Grove High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Grove High School offer ?
Columbus Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Grove High School part of?
Columbus Grove High School is part of Columbus Grove Local School District.
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