Serving 900 students in grades 9-12, North 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 6% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North High School serves the northeast part of Akron, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
North High School's student population of 900 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
900 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
School Rankings
North 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 North High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#3023 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
30%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)54.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 14-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 North High School's ranking?
North High School is ranked #3023 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are North High School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of North High School?
The graduation rate of North High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend North High School?
900 students attend North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of North High School students are Black, 30% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North High School?
North High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does North High School offer ?
North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North High School part of?
North High School is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is North High School located?
North High School is located in the Chapel Hill neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Chapel Hill.
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