East Palestine High School is a public high school in East Palestine, Ohio, United States. It is the only secondary school in the East Palestine City School District. Athletic teams compete as the East Palestine Bulldogs in the Ohio High School Athletic Association as a member of the Eastern Ohio Athletic Conference.
Serving 264 students in grades 9-12, East Palestine 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Palestine High School's student population of 264 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Brown
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
East Palestine 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 East Palestine High School is 0.10, 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
#1831 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Palestine High School's ranking?
East Palestine High School is ranked #1831 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are East Palestine High School often compared to?
East Palestine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestview High School, Columbiana High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Palestine High School?
The graduation rate of East Palestine High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend East Palestine High School?
264 students attend East Palestine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of East Palestine High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Palestine High School?
East Palestine High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Palestine High School offer ?
East Palestine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Palestine High School part of?
East Palestine High School is part of East Palestine City School District.
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