Serving 641 students in grades 9-12, West Geauga 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: West Geauga High School serves the northwest part of Chesterland, OH, covering an area of approximately 46.2 square miles, where most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Geauga 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
West Geauga High School's student population of 641 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1950
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
West Geauga 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 West Geauga High School is 0.19, 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
#294 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
90%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Wolverine
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Geauga High School's ranking?
West Geauga High School is ranked #294 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Geauga High School often compared to?
West Geauga High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenston High School, Chardon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Geauga High School?
The graduation rate of West Geauga High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend West Geauga High School?
641 students attend West Geauga High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Geauga High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Geauga High School?
West Geauga High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Geauga High School offer ?
West Geauga High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Geauga High School part of?
West Geauga High School is part of West Geauga Local School District.
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