Hiland High School is a public high school in Berlin, Ohio, United States. It is a part of East Holmes Local Schools, and the mascot is the Hawks. The school is in the heart of Amish Country, and has received multiple excellent ratings from the state since 2001.
Serving 411 students in grades 7-12, Hiland High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hiland High School's student population of 411 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Hiland High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hiland High School is 0.13, 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
#346 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiland High School's ranking?
Hiland High School is ranked #346 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Hiland High School often compared to?
Hiland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Holmes High School, Garaway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hiland High School?
The graduation rate of Hiland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hiland High School?
411 students attend Hiland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hiland High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hiland High School?
Hiland High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hiland High School offer ?
Hiland High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hiland High School part of?
Hiland High School is part of East Holmes Local School District.
School Reviews
5 4/21/2008
Hiland is a high school that is very high on Academics and Basketball. A very close knit community that really supports their students in all that they do. Definitly a good student teacher relationship where they all know your name and care what is going on in your life. A great way to get a great education.
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