Serving 806 students in grades 7-12, Poland Seminary 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 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 9% 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: 806 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poland Seminary High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Poland Seminary High School's student population of 806 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
806 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poland Seminary 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 Poland Seminary High School is 0.17, 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
#539 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poland Seminary High School's ranking?
Poland Seminary High School is ranked #539 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Poland Seminary High School often compared to?
Poland Seminary High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Poland Seminary High School?
The graduation rate of Poland Seminary High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Poland Seminary High School?
806 students attend Poland Seminary High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Poland Seminary High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poland Seminary High School?
Poland Seminary High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Poland Seminary High School offer ?
Poland Seminary High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Poland Seminary High School part of?
Poland Seminary High School is part of Poland Local School District.
School Reviews
5 11/10/2023
As an alumni of PSHS, I''m glad to see our academic standards remain high. The math scores are a concern, since when I was a student, our math teachers were outstanding. Still I''d like to see some kind of math enrichment or tutoring to bring the student scores up. GO Bulldogs!!!!
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