Northmont High School is a public high school in Clayton, Ohio. It is the primary high school in the Northmont City School District. The school serves approximately 1700 students from the communities of northern Montgomery County, including Clayton, Englewood, Phillipsburg, Clayton Township, and Union.
Serving 1,369 students in grades 7-12, Northmont High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northmont High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Clayton, OH, encompassing approximately 45.5 square miles. It typically takes 10-12 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 7.1 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northmont High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northmont High School's student population of 1,369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
Thunderbolts are stronger together. Embrace the journey.
School Rankings
Northmont High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northmont High School is 0.58, 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
#1382 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
29%
17%
White
58%
65%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Kelly green
School Mascot
Thunderbolt
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northmont High School's ranking?
Northmont High School is ranked #1382 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northmont High School often compared to?
Northmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trotwood-madison High School, Brookville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northmont High School?
The graduation rate of Northmont High School is 98%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Northmont High School?
1,369 students attend Northmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Northmont High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northmont High School?
Northmont High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northmont High School offer ?
Northmont High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northmont High School part of?
Northmont High School is part of Northmont City School District.
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