Houston High School is a public high school in Houston, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Hardin-Houston Local School district. The Wildcats wear red and white. In 2008, Houston High School won their 3rd straight Division 4 District Championship in basketball.
Serving 326 students in grades 7-12, Houston 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Houston High School's student population of 326 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Houston High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houston High School is 0.12, which is less 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
#1170 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
94%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Houston High School is a public high school in Houston, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Hardin-Houston Local Schools district. Their nickname is the Wildcats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston High School's ranking?
Houston High School is ranked #1170 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Houston High School often compared to?
Houston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Loramie Junior-senior High School, Anna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houston High School?
The graduation rate of Houston High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Houston High School?
326 students attend Houston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Houston High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houston High School?
Houston High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Houston High School offer ?
Houston High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Houston High School part of?
Houston High School is part of Hardin-Houston Local School District.
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