New Philadelphia High School is a public high school in New Philadelphia, Ohio, United States. Founded in 1913 as Central High School, New Philadelphia High School is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and the Ohio Department of Education.
Serving 741 students in grades 9-12, New Philadelphia 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Philadelphia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
New Philadelphia High School's student population of 741 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Quakers
School Rankings
New Philadelphia 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 New Philadelphia High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1911 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
77%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Quakers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Philadelphia High School's ranking?
New Philadelphia High School is ranked #1911 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are New Philadelphia High School often compared to?
New Philadelphia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dover High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Philadelphia High School?
The graduation rate of New Philadelphia High School is 80%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend New Philadelphia High School?
741 students attend New Philadelphia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of New Philadelphia High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Philadelphia High School?
New Philadelphia High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Philadelphia High School offer ?
New Philadelphia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Philadelphia High School part of?
New Philadelphia High School is part of New Philadelphia City School District.
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