Sycamore High School is a four-year public high school in Cincinnati, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Sycamore Community School District and offers more than 223 courses including six global languages, more than 20 AP course offerings, and post-AP level classes.
Serving 1,678 students in grades 9-12, Sycamore High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sycamore High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cincinnati, OH, covering approximately 17.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sycamore High School's student population of 1,678 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,678 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1974
School Rankings
Sycamore High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore High School is 0.59, 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
#439 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
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
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Forest Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore High School's ranking?
Sycamore High School is ranked #439 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sycamore High School?
The graduation rate of Sycamore High School is 96%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Sycamore High School?
1,678 students attend Sycamore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Sycamore High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore High School?
Sycamore High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sycamore High School offer ?
Sycamore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sycamore High School part of?
Sycamore High School is part of Sycamore Community City School District.
School Calendar
View the Sycamore High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
End of 4th Quarter; Last day for students
May 21, 2027 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Omg I have been in sycamore schools my whole life and I have had the best experiences. The education is spectaculor and they have amazing opportunities such as Ap classes and trips to europe. The sports are amazing and if you don't want to play for school you can join a club team or make your own. Facilities are just the same as always. Parent invovlement is a plus because you get to do more things like after prom this year was amazing. PTA runs the activities at our school. I recommend checking this school out.
Review Sycamore High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
How Much Choice Do High School Students Have?
Learn how graduation requirements, prerequisites, electives, staffing, scheduling conflicts, AP courses, dual enrollment, and career pathways determine how much control high school students have over schedules each year.
Does Your Child Need More Recess?
Explore whether your child may benefit more from recess than another academic period, including research on attention, learning, physical activity, stress, social development, and school-day balance today.
Combined Grade Classrooms, What Parents Should Know
Learn how combined-grade classrooms work, why public schools use them, potential benefits and challenges, and the questions parents should ask before enrolling their child in one today.
