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 1,017 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 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,017 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Whetstone High School serves the northwest part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 16.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whetstone High School's student population of 1,017 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,017 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1961
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 0.73, which is more 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
#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
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
23%
8%
Black
25%
17%
White
39%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Brave
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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?
1,017 students attend Whetstone High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Whetstone High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whetstone High School?
Whetstone High School has a student ration of 20:1, 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.
In what neighborhood is Whetstone High School located?
Whetstone High School is located in the Whetstone neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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