Chesapeake High School, commonly referred to by locals as The Peake, is a public high school in Chesapeake, Ohio, United States.
Serving 380 students in grades 9-12, Chesapeake 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesapeake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chesapeake High School's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Purple and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chesapeake High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chesapeake High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2184 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
White
96%
65%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesapeake High School's ranking?
Chesapeake High School is ranked #2184 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chesapeake High School often compared to?
Chesapeake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chesapeake High School?
The graduation rate of Chesapeake High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Chesapeake High School?
380 students attend Chesapeake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chesapeake High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesapeake High School?
Chesapeake High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chesapeake High School offer ?
Chesapeake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chesapeake High School part of?
Chesapeake High School is part of Chesapeake Union Exempted Village School District.
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