Findlay High School is a public high school in Findlay, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Findlay City School District, and the second largest high school in northwest Ohio. Their nickname is the Trojans. They are members of the Northern Lakes League. They have a respected performing arts program.
Serving 2,050 students in grades 9-12, Findlay 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 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,050 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Findlay High School's student population of 2,050 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,050 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1827
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Findlay High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Findlay High School is 0.38, 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
#1644 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
78%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tommy The Trojan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Findlay High School's ranking?
Findlay High School is ranked #1644 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Findlay High School often compared to?
Findlay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty-benton High School, Van Buren High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Findlay High School?
The graduation rate of Findlay High School is 93%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Findlay High School?
2,050 students attend Findlay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Findlay High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Findlay High School?
Findlay High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Findlay High School offer ?
Findlay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Findlay High School part of?
Findlay High School is part of Findlay City School District.
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