Serving 156 students in grades 8-12, Lucas 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lucas High School's student population of 156 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lucas 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 Lucas High School is 0.06, 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
#1866 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Lucas High School is located in Lucas, Ohio, USA. The school serves students in grades 8-12 and is part of the Lucas Local School District.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucas High School's ranking?
Lucas High School is ranked #1866 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lucas High School often compared to?
Lucas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lexington High School, Madison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lucas High School?
The graduation rate of Lucas High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lucas High School?
156 students attend Lucas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lucas High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lucas High School?
Lucas High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lucas High School offer ?
Lucas High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Lucas High School part of?
Lucas High School is part of Lucas Local School District.
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