Serving 285 students in grades 9-12, National Trail 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 55-59% (which is lower than 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 6% 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: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: National Trail High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 112.8 square miles in and around New Paris, OH. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
National Trail High School's student population of 285 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
It's better to be a Blazer!
School Rankings
National Trail 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 National Trail High School is 0.12, 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
#1897 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)
55-59%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Trail High School's ranking?
National Trail High School is ranked #1897 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are National Trail High School often compared to?
National Trail High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri-county North High School, Eaton High School by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of National Trail High School?
The graduation rate of National Trail High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend National Trail High School?
285 students attend National Trail High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of National Trail High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of National Trail High School?
National Trail High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does National Trail High School offer ?
National Trail High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is National Trail High School part of?
National Trail High School is part of National Trail Local School District.
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