Serving 478 students in grades 9-12, West Holmes 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to 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 5% 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: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Holmes High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Millersburg, OH, covering approximately 242.7 square miles. This area typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 14.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Holmes High School's student population of 478 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
Average Class Size
150 students
School Rankings
West Holmes 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 West Holmes High School is 0.10, 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
#1831 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Holmes High School's ranking?
West Holmes High School is ranked #1831 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Holmes High School often compared to?
West Holmes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiland High School, Garaway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Holmes High School?
The graduation rate of West Holmes High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend West Holmes High School?
478 students attend West Holmes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of West Holmes High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Holmes High School?
West Holmes High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Holmes High School offer ?
West Holmes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Holmes High School part of?
West Holmes High School is part of West Holmes Local School District.
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