Serving 1,155 students in grades 7-12, Hughes Stem 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 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hughes Stem High School's student population of 1,155 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hughes Stem 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 Hughes Stem High School is 0.26, 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
#2934 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
86%
17%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hughes Stem High School's ranking?
Hughes Stem High School is ranked #2934 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Hughes Stem High School often compared to?
Hughes Stem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aiken New Tech High School, Anderson High School, Western Hills University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hughes Stem High School?
The graduation rate of Hughes Stem High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hughes Stem High School?
1,155 students attend Hughes Stem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Hughes Stem High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hughes Stem High School?
Hughes Stem High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hughes Stem High School offer ?
Hughes Stem High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Hughes Stem High School part of?
Hughes Stem High School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Hughes Stem High School located?
Hughes Stem High School is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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