Serving 1,228 students in grades 9-12, Fitch High School ranks in the top 50% 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 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fitch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fitch High School's student population of 1,228 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fitch High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fitch High School is 0.43, 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
#1090 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
13%
17%
White
74%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fitch High School's ranking?
Fitch High School is ranked #1090 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fitch High School often compared to?
Fitch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boardman High School, Western Reserve High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fitch High School?
The graduation rate of Fitch High School is 97%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Fitch High School?
1,228 students attend Fitch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Fitch High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fitch High School?
Fitch High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fitch High School offer ?
Fitch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fitch High School part of?
Fitch High School is part of Austintown Local Schools School District.
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