Serving 885 students in grades 9-12, Chillicothe 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 31% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chillicothe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chillicothe High School's student population of 885 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
885 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chillicothe 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 Chillicothe High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2132 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
6%
17%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chillicothe High School's ranking?
Chillicothe High School is ranked #2132 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chillicothe High School often compared to?
Chillicothe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Unioto High School, Adena High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chillicothe High School?
The graduation rate of Chillicothe High School is 81%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Chillicothe High School?
885 students attend Chillicothe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Chillicothe High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chillicothe High School?
Chillicothe High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chillicothe High School offer ?
Chillicothe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chillicothe High School part of?
Chillicothe High School is part of Chillicothe City School District.
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