Serving 430 students in grades 9-12, Minerva 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%).
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 430 students
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minerva High School's student population of 430 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minerva 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 Minerva High School is 0.10, 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)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Minerva High School is a public high school in Minerva, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Minerva Local Schools district.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minerva High School's ranking?
Minerva High School is ranked #1866 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
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 Minerva High School?
The graduation rate of Minerva High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Minerva High School?
430 students attend Minerva High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Minerva High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Minerva High School offer ?
Minerva High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Minerva High School part of?
Minerva High School is part of Minerva Local School District.
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