Sandusky High School is a secondary school in Sandusky, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Sandusky City School District, and one of two high schools in the city of Sandusky; the other high school is St Mary Central Catholic High School.
Serving 994 students in grades 9-12, Sandusky High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 994 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandusky High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sandusky High School's student population of 994 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
994 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1845
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Sandusky High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandusky High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2519 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
35%
17%
White
40%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
19%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Streaky Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandusky High School's ranking?
Sandusky High School is ranked #2519 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Sandusky High School often compared to?
Sandusky High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perkins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandusky High School?
The graduation rate of Sandusky High School is 91%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Sandusky High School?
994 students attend Sandusky High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Sandusky High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandusky High School?
Sandusky High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandusky High School offer ?
Sandusky High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandusky High School part of?
Sandusky High School is part of Sandusky City School District.
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