Minerva High School is a public high school in Minerva, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Minerva Local School District. Athletic teams compete as the Minerva Lions in the Ohio High School Athletic Association as a member of the Eastern Buckeye Conference.
Serving 424 students in grades 9-12, Minerva 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than 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 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minerva High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Minerva, OH, covering approximately 80.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum of 7.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minerva High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Minerva High School's student population of 424 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Minerva 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 Minerva High School is 0.13, 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
#1742 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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)25.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Crimson
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Minerva High School is a public high school in Minerva, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Minerva Local Schools district.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minerva High School's ranking?
Minerva High School is ranked #1742 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Minerva High School?
The graduation rate of Minerva High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Minerva High School?
424 students attend Minerva High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Minerva High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minerva High School?
Minerva High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Minerva High School offer ?
Minerva High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minerva High School part of?
Minerva High School is part of Minerva Local School District.
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