Hamilton Township High School is a public high school located at 1105 Rathmell Road, near Columbus, Ohio, which serves Hamilton Township, Obetz, Lockbourne, Reese, Shadeville, and parts of south Columbus.
Serving 873 students in grades 9-12, Hamilton Township 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 35-39% (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 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Township High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Columbus, OH, covering approximately 19.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 2.5 miles and a maximum of 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton Township High School's student population of 873 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
873 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamilton Township 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 Hamilton Township High School is 0.55, which is more 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
#1890 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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
85-89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Township High School's ranking?
Hamilton Township High School is ranked #1890 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Hamilton Township High School often compared to?
Hamilton Township High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canal Winchester High School, Grove City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Hamilton Township High School?
The graduation rate of Hamilton Township High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Hamilton Township High School?
873 students attend Hamilton Township High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hamilton Township High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Township High School?
Hamilton Township High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hamilton Township High School offer ?
Hamilton Township High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Township High School part of?
Hamilton Township High School is part of Hamilton Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamilton Township High School located?
Hamilton Township High School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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