Serving 397 students in grades 9-12, Martins Ferry 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 397 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martins Ferry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Martins Ferry High School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martins Ferry 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 Martins Ferry High School is 0.22, 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
#2317 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
6%
17%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martins Ferry High School's ranking?
Martins Ferry High School is ranked #2317 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Martins Ferry High School often compared to?
Martins Ferry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Clairsville High School, Bellaire High School, The Bridgeport School District - High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martins Ferry High School?
The graduation rate of Martins Ferry High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Martins Ferry High School?
397 students attend Martins Ferry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Martins Ferry High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Martins Ferry High School offer ?
Martins Ferry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Martins Ferry High School part of?
Martins Ferry High School is part of Martins Ferry City School District.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2019
I feel as though the Martins Ferry City School District is pretty satisfactory in both its staff and programs. The teachers are good at teaching their subject. The programs available are examples like The Staying Clean Club, The Tech Club, The Wilderness Explorer Club formally known as the Paranormal Club, to name a few. The punishments for breaking the rules are fair for the most part. The Martins Ferry handbook states all of the rules and regulations, for example, no holes above the knees, no bullying, no weapons on school property, etc. As today is my last day at Ferry Schools, I decided to leave a review for my home school, Martins Ferry, Home of the Purple Riders.
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