Serving 1,483 students in grades 9-12, Solon High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Solon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Solon High School's student population of 1,483 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Solon High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Solon High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#127 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
17%
17%
White
53%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Solon High School's ranking?
Solon High School is ranked #127 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Solon High School often compared to?
Solon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Solon High School?
The graduation rate of Solon High School is 96%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Solon High School?
1,483 students attend Solon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Solon High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Solon High School?
Solon High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Solon High School offer ?
Solon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Solon High School part of?
Solon High School is part of Solon City School District.
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