Serving 1,389 students in grades 9-12, Licking Heights 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 33% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Licking Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Licking Heights High School's student population of 1,389 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Licking Heights 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 Licking Heights High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1765 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
34%
17%
White
41%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Licking Heights High School's ranking?
Licking Heights High School is ranked #1765 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Licking Heights High School often compared to?
Licking Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watkins Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Licking Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Licking Heights High School is 92%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Licking Heights High School?
1,389 students attend Licking Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Licking Heights High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Licking Heights High School?
Licking Heights High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Licking Heights High School offer ?
Licking Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Licking Heights High School part of?
Licking Heights High School is part of Licking Heights Local School District.
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