Serving 349 students in grades 9-12, Arcanum 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcanum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arcanum High School's student population of 349 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arcanum High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcanum High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#750 out of 3137 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
98%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcanum High School's ranking?
Arcanum High School is ranked #750 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Arcanum High School often compared to?
Arcanum High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Monroe High School, Greenville Senior High School, Arcanum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arcanum High School?
The graduation rate of Arcanum High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Arcanum High School?
349 students attend Arcanum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Arcanum High School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcanum High School?
Arcanum High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arcanum High School offer ?
Arcanum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arcanum High School part of?
Arcanum High School is part of Arcanum-Butler Local School District.
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