Serving 349 students in grades 7-12, Mcdonald High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 12% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcdonald High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mcdonald High School's student population of 349 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcdonald High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdonald 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
#464 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 Mcdonald High School's ranking?
Mcdonald High School is ranked #464 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mcdonald High School often compared to?
Mcdonald High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mineral Ridge High School, Valley Stem+me2 Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcdonald High School?
The graduation rate of Mcdonald High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Mcdonald High School?
349 students attend Mcdonald High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Mcdonald High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcdonald High School?
Mcdonald High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcdonald High School offer ?
Mcdonald High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Mcdonald High School part of?
Mcdonald High School is part of Mcdonald Local School District.
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