Serving 278 students in grades 9-12, Spencerville High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spencerville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Spencerville High School's student population of 278 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spencerville 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 Spencerville High School is 0.15, 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)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spencerville High School's ranking?
Spencerville High School is ranked #539 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spencerville High School?
The graduation rate of Spencerville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Spencerville High School?
278 students attend Spencerville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Spencerville High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spencerville High School?
Spencerville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spencerville High School offer ?
Spencerville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Spencerville High School part of?
Spencerville High School is part of Spencerville Local School District.
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