Serving 1,069 students in grades 9-12, Avon Lake High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,069 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avon Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Avon Lake High School's student population of 1,069 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,069 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Avon Lake High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avon Lake High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#393 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avon Lake High School's ranking?
Avon Lake High School is ranked #393 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Avon Lake High School often compared to?
Avon Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Avon Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Avon Lake High School is 96%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Avon Lake High School?
1,069 students attend Avon Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Avon Lake High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avon Lake High School?
Avon Lake High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avon Lake High School offer ?
Avon Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Avon Lake High School part of?
Avon Lake High School is part of Avon Lake City School District.
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5 11/22/2010
Great school! Teachers are commited to their work and the students are great!
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