Monroe Central High School is a public high school in Woodsfield, Ohio, United States. It is one of three high schools in the Switzerland of Ohio Local School District.
Serving 246 students in grades 9-12, Monroe Central 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe Central High School serves the southwest part of Woodsfield, OH, covering an attendance area of approximately 223.4 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge located about 23.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monroe Central High School's student population of 246 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monroe Central 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 Monroe Central High School is 0.10, 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
#1927 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Gold
School Mascot
Seminole
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Central High School's ranking?
Monroe Central High School is ranked #1927 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monroe Central High School?
The graduation rate of Monroe Central High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Monroe Central High School?
246 students attend Monroe Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Monroe Central High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Central High School?
Monroe Central High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Monroe Central High School offer ?
Monroe Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe Central High School part of?
Monroe Central High School is part of Switzerland Of Ohio Local School District.
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