Beechcroft High School is a four-year high school located on the north side of Columbus, Ohio. It is a part of Columbus City Schools. Beechcroft was first opened in 1976 as a six-year junior/senior high school. At that time, school enrollment peaked at 1,200+ students. Current enrollment is 658 students.
Serving 587 students in grades 9-12, Beechcroft 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beechcroft High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Beechcroft High School's student population of 587 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
587 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Brown, Gold
School Rankings
Beechcroft 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 Beechcroft High School is 0.60, which is more 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
#2928 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
29%
8%
Black
56%
17%
White
8%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beechcroft High School's ranking?
Beechcroft High School is ranked #2928 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Beechcroft High School often compared to?
Beechcroft High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Briggs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beechcroft High School?
The graduation rate of Beechcroft High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Beechcroft High School?
587 students attend Beechcroft High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Beechcroft High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beechcroft High School?
Beechcroft High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beechcroft High School offer ?
Beechcroft High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beechcroft High School part of?
Beechcroft High School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Beechcroft High School located?
Beechcroft High School is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
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