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 1,677 students in grades 8-12, Sycamore High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 40% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Sycamore High School's student population of 1,677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
Gold, Forest Green
School Rankings
Sycamore High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore High School is 0.60, 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
#396 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
9%
17%
White
60%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore High School's ranking?
Sycamore High School is ranked #396 out of 3,241 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?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 97%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Sycamore High School?
1,677 students attend Sycamore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sycamore High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% 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 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sycamore High School part of?
Sycamore High School is part of Sycamore Community City School District.
School Reviews
5 5/20/2008
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.
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