Wickliffe High School was a public high school in Wickliffe, Ohio. In 2023, the building was demolished to make room for a new K-12 combined campus on the former high school grounds.
Serving 586 students in grades 7-12, Wickliffe Upper 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wickliffe Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wickliffe Upper School's student population of 586 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wickliffe Upper 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 Wickliffe Upper School is 0.50, 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
#1938 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
16%
17%
White
68%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wickliffe Upper School's ranking?
Wickliffe Upper School is ranked #1938 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wickliffe Upper School?
The graduation rate of Wickliffe Upper School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Wickliffe Upper School?
586 students attend Wickliffe Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Wickliffe Upper School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wickliffe Upper School?
Wickliffe Upper School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wickliffe Upper School offer ?
Wickliffe Upper School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wickliffe Upper School part of?
Wickliffe Upper School is part of Wickliffe City School District.
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