Port Clinton High School is a public high school in Port Clinton, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Port Clinton City School District. Their nickname is the Redskins. They are currently members of the Sandusky Bay Conference. As of the 2014–15 school year, the school had an enrollment of 550 students.
Serving 448 students in grades 9-12, Port Clinton High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Clinton High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Port Clinton, OH, encompassing approximately 49 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Clinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Port Clinton High School's student population of 448 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Port Clinton 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 Port Clinton High School is 0.37, 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
#837 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
78%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Redskins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Clinton High School's ranking?
Port Clinton High School is ranked #837 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Port Clinton High School often compared to?
Port Clinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Harbor High School, Woodmore High School, Danbury High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Clinton High School?
The graduation rate of Port Clinton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Port Clinton High School?
448 students attend Port Clinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Port Clinton High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Clinton High School?
Port Clinton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Port Clinton High School offer ?
Port Clinton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Clinton High School part of?
Port Clinton High School is part of Port Clinton City School District.
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