Serving 1,623 students in grades 9-12, Worthington Kilbourne High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Worthington Kilbourne High School serves the west part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Worthington Kilbourne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Worthington Kilbourne High School's student population of 1,623 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,623 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Year Founded
1991
Campus Size
259,712sqft
School Rankings
Worthington Kilbourne High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Worthington Kilbourne High School is 0.56, 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
#779 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
9%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
64%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Royal blue
School Mascot
Worthington Kilbourne Gray Wolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worthington Kilbourne High School's ranking?
Worthington Kilbourne High School is ranked #779 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Worthington Kilbourne High School often compared to?
Worthington Kilbourne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Worthington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Worthington Kilbourne High School?
The graduation rate of Worthington Kilbourne High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Worthington Kilbourne High School?
1,623 students attend Worthington Kilbourne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Worthington Kilbourne High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Worthington Kilbourne High School?
Worthington Kilbourne High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Worthington Kilbourne High School offer ?
Worthington Kilbourne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Worthington Kilbourne High School part of?
Worthington Kilbourne High School is part of Worthington City School District.
In what neighborhood is Worthington Kilbourne High School located?
Worthington Kilbourne High School is located in the Far Northwest neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Far Northwest.
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