Serving 520 students in grades 9-12, Firelands 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 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 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Firelands High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Firelands High School's student population of 520 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Firelands High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Firelands High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1206 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Firelands High School's ranking?
Firelands High School is ranked #1206 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Firelands High School often compared to?
Firelands High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vermilion High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Firelands High School?
The graduation rate of Firelands High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Firelands High School?
520 students attend Firelands High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Firelands High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Firelands High School?
Firelands High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Firelands High School offer ?
Firelands High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Firelands High School part of?
Firelands High School is part of Firelands Local School District.
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