Jonathan Alder High School is an NCA accredited public high school located in Plain City, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Jonathan Alder Local School District. The school, as well as the district, are named after Jonathan Alder, the first white settler in Madison County.
Serving 729 students in grades 9-12, Jonathan Alder 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 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jonathan Alder High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Plain City, OH, covering approximately 108.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jonathan Alder High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jonathan Alder High School's student population of 729 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
729 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Jonathan Alder 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 Jonathan Alder High School is 0.27, 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
#971 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Scarlet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonathan Alder High School's ranking?
Jonathan Alder High School is ranked #971 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Jonathan Alder High School often compared to?
Jonathan Alder High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like London 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 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jonathan Alder High School?
The graduation rate of Jonathan Alder High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Jonathan Alder High School?
729 students attend Jonathan Alder High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jonathan Alder High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jonathan Alder High School?
Jonathan Alder High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jonathan Alder High School offer ?
Jonathan Alder High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonathan Alder High School part of?
Jonathan Alder High School is part of Jonathan Alder Local School District.
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