Utica Sr. High School is a public high school in Utica, Ohio. The North Fork School District, named so because Utica, Ohio, is located on the North Fork of the Licking River, covers southern Knox County and Northern Licking County.
Serving 400 students in grades 9-12, Utica High School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Utica High School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Calendar
School Rankings
Utica High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Utica High School is 0.08, 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
#2238 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
96%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Redskin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Utica High School's ranking?
Utica High School is ranked #2238 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Utica High School often compared to?
Utica High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heath High School, Granville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Utica High School?
The graduation rate of Utica High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Utica High School?
400 students attend Utica High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Utica High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Utica High School?
Utica High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Utica High School offer ?
Utica High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Utica High School part of?
Utica High School is part of North Fork Local School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I put 4 kids through there. Crystal, Tiffany, Shawn, Cody. Best thing I ever did. So proud of them and the school. They all have professional jobs in this world and have Utica to thank for that.
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