Upper Arlington High School is the sole high school in the Upper Arlington City School District in Upper Arlington, Ohio, a northwest suburb of Columbus, Ohio. It receives students from Jones Middle School and Hastings Middle School. The current principal of the high school is Mr. Andrew Theado.
Serving 1,908 students in grades 9-12, Upper Arlington High School ranks in the top 10% 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 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,908 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Upper Arlington High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Arlington 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
School Overview
Upper Arlington High School's student population of 1,908 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,908 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Upper Arlington High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Arlington High School is 0.31, 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
#271 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
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
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Golden Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Arlington High School's ranking?
Upper Arlington High School is ranked #271 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upper Arlington High School?
The graduation rate of Upper Arlington High School is 97%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Upper Arlington High School?
1,908 students attend Upper Arlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Upper Arlington High School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Arlington High School?
Upper Arlington High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Upper Arlington High School offer ?
Upper Arlington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Arlington High School part of?
Upper Arlington High School is part of Upper Arlington City School District.
In what neighborhood is Upper Arlington High School located?
Upper Arlington High School is located in the Welsford neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Welsford.
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