Miller City-New Cleveland High School is a public high school in Miller City, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Miller City Schools district. Their nickname is the Wildcats. They are a member of the Putnam County League. Superintendent: Kerry Johnson Principal 9–12: Kerry Johnson Principal K–8: Dustin Pester
Serving 257 students in grades 9-12, Miller City High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Miller City High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district within Miller City, OH, covering approximately 45.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miller City 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
School Overview
Miller City High School's student population of 257 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Miller City High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller City High School is 0.06, 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
#230 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller City High School's ranking?
Miller City High School is ranked #230 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Miller City High School often compared to?
Miller City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kalida High School, Miller City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miller City High School?
The graduation rate of Miller City High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Miller City High School?
257 students attend Miller City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Miller City High School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miller City High School?
Miller City High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miller City High School offer ?
Miller City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller City High School part of?
Miller City High School is part of Miller City-New Cleveland Local School District.
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