Oberlin High School is a public high school in Oberlin, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Oberlin City Schools district.
Serving 225 students in grades 9-12, Oberlin 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oberlin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oberlin High School's student population of 225 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Rankings
Oberlin 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 Oberlin High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2170 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
17%
17%
White
52%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oberlin High School's ranking?
Oberlin High School is ranked #2170 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Oberlin High School often compared to?
Oberlin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Ridgeville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oberlin High School?
The graduation rate of Oberlin High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Oberlin High School?
225 students attend Oberlin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Oberlin High School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oberlin High School?
Oberlin High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oberlin High School offer ?
Oberlin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oberlin High School part of?
Oberlin High School is part of Oberlin City Schools.
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