Lima Senior High School, the only high school in the Lima City Schools District, was established in 1955, in Lima, Ohio. There are approximately 1,500 students currently enrolled at Lima Senior.
Serving 1,004 students in grades 9-12, Lima Senior 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 19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,004 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lima Senior High School's student population of 1,004 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,004 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Calendar
School Motto
create a climate in which every student learns
School Rankings
Lima Senior 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 Lima Senior High School is 0.70, 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
#2600 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
37%
17%
White
35%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lima Senior High School's ranking?
Lima Senior High School is ranked #2600 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lima Senior High School often compared to?
Lima Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elida High School, Bath High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lima Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Lima Senior High School is 77%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lima Senior High School?
1,004 students attend Lima Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Lima Senior High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lima Senior High School?
Lima Senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lima Senior High School offer ?
Lima Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lima Senior High School part of?
Lima Senior High School is part of Lima City School District.
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