Olentangy Liberty High School is a public comprehensive high school located in Powell, Ohio. The school was established in 2003 and is the second of four high schools in the Olentangy Local School District. Olentangy Liberty was rated "Excellent" on the 2013/2014 State of Ohio report card.
Serving 1,847 students in grades 9-12, Olentangy Liberty High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Olentangy Liberty High School serves the southwest part of Powell, OH, covering an area of approximately 22.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olentangy Liberty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Olentangy Liberty High School's student population of 1,847 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,847 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olentangy Liberty High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olentangy Liberty High School is 0.47, 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
#63 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Papa Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olentangy Liberty High School's ranking?
Olentangy Liberty High School is ranked #63 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Olentangy Liberty High School often compared to?
Olentangy Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olentangy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olentangy Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Olentangy Liberty High School is 98%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Olentangy Liberty High School?
1,847 students attend Olentangy Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Olentangy Liberty High School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olentangy Liberty High School?
Olentangy Liberty High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olentangy Liberty High School offer ?
Olentangy Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olentangy Liberty High School part of?
Olentangy Liberty High School is part of Olentangy Local School District.
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