Pettisville High School is a public high school in Pettisville, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Pettisville Local Schools district. Their nickname is the Blackbirds. They are members of the Buckeye Border Conference.
Serving 208 students in grades 7-12, Pettisville High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Pettisville High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 36.9 square miles in Pettisville, OH. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge reaching up to 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pettisville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pettisville High School's student population of 208 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Black, White, Gold
School Rankings
Pettisville High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pettisville High School is 0.28, 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
#728 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
84%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blackbird
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pettisville High School's ranking?
Pettisville High School is ranked #728 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pettisville High School often compared to?
Pettisville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wauseon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pettisville High School?
The graduation rate of Pettisville High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Pettisville High School?
208 students attend Pettisville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pettisville High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pettisville High School?
Pettisville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pettisville High School offer ?
Pettisville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pettisville High School part of?
Pettisville High School is part of Pettisville Local School District.
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