Serving 1,264 students in grades 9-12, Barberton 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 40% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barberton High School's student population of 1,264 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barberton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barberton High School is 0.42, 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
#2098 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
14%
17%
White
75%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barberton High School's ranking?
Barberton High School is ranked #2098 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Barberton High School often compared to?
Barberton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coventry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barberton High School?
The graduation rate of Barberton High School is 83%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Barberton High School?
1,264 students attend Barberton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Barberton High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barberton High School?
Barberton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barberton High School offer ?
Barberton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Barberton High School part of?
Barberton High School is part of Barberton City School District.
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