Turpin High School is a public high school in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States that serves grades nine through twelve. The school is part of the Forest Hills Local School District and serves the suburb of Anderson Township; admission is based primarily on the location of a student's home.
Serving 1,002 students in grades 9-12, Turpin 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 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,002 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turpin 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
Turpin High School's student population of 1,002 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Turpin 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 Turpin High School is 0.21, which is less 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
#403 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Turpin High School's ranking?
Turpin High School is ranked #403 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Turpin High School often compared to?
Turpin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Turpin High School?
The graduation rate of Turpin High School is 97%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Turpin High School?
1,002 students attend Turpin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Turpin High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turpin High School?
Turpin High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Turpin High School offer ?
Turpin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turpin High School part of?
Turpin High School is part of Forest Hills Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Turpin High School located?
Turpin High School is located in the Turpin Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Turpin Hills.
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