Serving 462 students in grades 9-12, Wheelersburg High School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheelersburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wheelersburg High School's student population of 462 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wheelersburg High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheelersburg High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1043 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheelersburg High School's ranking?
Wheelersburg High School is ranked #1043 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wheelersburg High School often compared to?
Wheelersburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth West High School, South Webster Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheelersburg High School?
The graduation rate of Wheelersburg High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Wheelersburg High School?
462 students attend Wheelersburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wheelersburg High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheelersburg High School?
Wheelersburg High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wheelersburg High School offer ?
Wheelersburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wheelersburg High School part of?
Wheelersburg High School is part of Wheelersburg Local School District.
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