Serving 795 students in grades 9-12, Chillicothe 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 58% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chillicothe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chillicothe High School's student population of 795 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
795 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Chillicothe 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 Chillicothe High School is 0.42, 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
#2165 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
75%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chillicothe High School's ranking?
Chillicothe High School is ranked #2165 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chillicothe High School often compared to?
Chillicothe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Unioto High School, Adena 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chillicothe High School?
The graduation rate of Chillicothe High School is 83%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Chillicothe High School?
795 students attend Chillicothe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Chillicothe High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chillicothe High School?
Chillicothe High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chillicothe High School offer ?
Chillicothe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chillicothe High School part of?
Chillicothe High School is part of Chillicothe City School District.
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