South Central High School is a public high school in Greenwich Township, just north of the village limits of Greenwich, Ohio, United States. It was created in 1960 with the consolidation of the Greenwich and North Fairfield school districts. It is the only high school in the South Central Local Schools district.
Serving 211 students in grades 9-12, South Central High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire Greenwich, OH school district, encompassing approximately 85.2 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Central High School's student population of 211 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Trojan pride meets a world of possibilities.
School Rankings
South Central 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 South Central High School is 0.17, 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
#944 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Gold
School Mascot
Trojans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Central High School's ranking?
South Central High School is ranked #944 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Central High School?
The graduation rate of South Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend South Central High School?
211 students attend South Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of South Central High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Central High School?
South Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Central High School offer ?
South Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Central High School part of?
South Central High School is part of South Central Local School District.
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