Swanton High School is a public high school in Swanton, Ohio, USA. It is the only high school in the Swanton Local School District.
Serving 308 students in grades 8-12, Swanton High School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is lower 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 15:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Swanton High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Swanton, OH, covering approximately 42.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swanton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Swanton High School's student population of 308 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Swanton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swanton High School is 0.29, 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
#1437 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swanton High School's ranking?
Swanton High School is ranked #1437 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Swanton High School often compared to?
Swanton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pike-delta-york High School, Evergreen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Swanton High School?
The graduation rate of Swanton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Swanton High School?
308 students attend Swanton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Swanton High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swanton High School?
Swanton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swanton High School offer ?
Swanton High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swanton High School part of?
Swanton High School is part of Swanton Local School District.
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