South Central High School is a public high school in Greenwich Township, just north of the village limits of Greenwich, Ohio, United States. It was created in 1960 with the consolidation of the Greenwich and North Fairfield school districts. It is the only high school in the South Central Local Schools district.
Serving 211 students in grades 9-12, South Central High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Central High School's student population of 211 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Colors
White, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Trojan pride meets a world of possibilities.
School Rankings
South Central 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 South Central High School is 0.17, 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
#944 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
91%
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
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Central High School's ranking?
South Central High School is ranked #944 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Central High School?
The graduation rate of South Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Central High School?
211 students attend South Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of South Central High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Central High School?
South Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Central High School offer ?
South Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Central High School part of?
South Central High School is part of South Central Local School District.
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