Northmor High School is a public high school in North Bloomfield Township, south of Galion, Ohio, United States. It was founded in 1963 and is the only high school in the Northmor Local School District. Athletic teams are known as the Golden Knights and school colors are black, gold, and white.
Serving 450 students in grades 7-12, Northmor 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 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Northmor High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Galion, OH, encompassing approximately 101.3 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.5 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 10.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northmor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northmor High School's student population of 450 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
Black, Gold
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Northmor 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 Northmor High School is 0.08, 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
#1318 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northmor High School's ranking?
Northmor High School is ranked #1318 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northmor High School often compared to?
Northmor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Gilead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northmor High School?
The graduation rate of Northmor High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Northmor High School?
450 students attend Northmor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Northmor High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northmor High School?
Northmor High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northmor High School offer ?
Northmor High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northmor High School part of?
Northmor High School is part of Northmor Local School District.
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