Serving 1,105 students in grades 9-12, Start 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 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Start High School serves the northern part of Toledo, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of around 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 3.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Start High School's student population of 1,105 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,105 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Start High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Start High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#2879 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
52%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
74%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Spartans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Start High School's ranking?
Start High School is ranked #2879 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Start High School often compared to?
Start High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waite High School, Whitmer High School, Jesup W. Scott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Start High School?
The graduation rate of Start High School is 74%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Start High School?
1,105 students attend Start High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Start High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Start High School?
Start High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Start High School offer ?
Start High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Start High School part of?
Start High School is part of Toledo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Start High School located?
Start High School is located in the DeVeaux neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 8 other public schools located in DeVeaux.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Roy C. Start is indeed one of the Top schools in Toledo Ohio. I realize that isn't saying much, however I have conversated with students their of all races and all seemed to be very intellegent and decent teens. Roy C. Start offers above and beyond the educational help and finacial help the students are in need of. The teachers are very knowledgable; and we as parents know that is extremely important for children; but not only are they knowledgable they "explain things well" - student I had interviewed. Many websites and letters are sent to parents throughout the year to keep parents involved. I would with all my knowledge recommend this school to any teen becoming a freshmen or deciding to switch schools.
5 10/10/2025
I go here and I am learning more than when I attended Toledo Technology Academy; for more than a few reasons.
2 10/10/2025
great staff students are a joke
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