New Riegel High School is a public high school in New Riegel, Ohio. It is the only high school in the New Riegel Local Schools district. The school's athletic teams use the nickname Blue Jackets. They are members of the Sandusky Bay Conference.
Serving 224 students in grades 6-12, New Riegel High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Riegel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Riegel High School's student population of 224 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Quality Education in a Small School Setting
School Rankings
New Riegel High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Riegel High School is 0.10, 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
#866 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
95%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Jackets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Riegel High School's ranking?
New Riegel High School is ranked #866 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are New Riegel High School often compared to?
New Riegel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell-loudon Local High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Riegel High School?
The graduation rate of New Riegel High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend New Riegel High School?
224 students attend New Riegel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of New Riegel High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Riegel High School?
New Riegel High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Riegel High School offer ?
New Riegel High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Riegel High School part of?
New Riegel High School is part of New Riegel Local School District.
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