Whetstone High School is a public high school located at 4405 Scenic Drive in Columbus, Ohio. It is a part of Columbus City Schools and the neighborhood of Clintonville. Whetstone's mascot is the Brave. The school opened in 1961 to accommodate the overflow from North High School.
Serving 984 students in grades 9-12, Whetstone 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 18% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 984 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whetstone High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Whetstone High School's student population of 984 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
984 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Whetstone 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 Whetstone High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2605 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
27%
17%
White
40%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Brave
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whetstone High School's ranking?
Whetstone High School is ranked #2605 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Whetstone High School often compared to?
Whetstone High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whetstone High School?
The graduation rate of Whetstone High School is 76%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Whetstone High School?
984 students attend Whetstone High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Whetstone High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whetstone High School?
Whetstone High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whetstone High School offer ?
Whetstone High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whetstone High School part of?
Whetstone High School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Whetstone High School located?
Whetstone High School is located in the Whetstone neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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