Circleville High School is a public high school in Circleville, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Circleville City School District. Its mascot is the Tiger.
Serving 528 students in grades 9-12, Circleville 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Circleville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Circleville High School's student population of 528 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Circleville 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 Circleville High School is 0.21, 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
#2175 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
89%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Circleville High School's ranking?
Circleville High School is ranked #2175 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Circleville High School often compared to?
Circleville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logan Elm Middle/high School, Teays Valley High School, Westfall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Circleville High School?
The graduation rate of Circleville High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Circleville High School?
528 students attend Circleville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Circleville High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Circleville High School?
Circleville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Circleville High School offer ?
Circleville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Circleville High School part of?
Circleville High School is part of Circleville City School District.
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