Talawanda High School is a public high school in Oxford, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Talawanda School District and serves students in grades 9–12.
Serving 889 students in grades 9-12, Talawanda High School ranks in the top 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 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Talawanda High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Talawanda High School's student population of 889 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
889 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
As the years roll on into eternity, there are memories we won't forget. How we learned of truth, honor, and loyalty, how we loved the friends we met. Talawanda, Talawanda...long may your banner fly! We will always be true to the red, white, and blue, of T
School Rankings
Talawanda High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Talawanda High School is 0.22, 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
#1321 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
88%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Talawanda High School's ranking?
Talawanda High School is ranked #1321 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Talawanda High School often compared to?
Talawanda High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Talawanda High School?
The graduation rate of Talawanda High School is 97%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Talawanda High School?
889 students attend Talawanda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Talawanda High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Talawanda High School?
Talawanda High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Talawanda High School offer ?
Talawanda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Talawanda High School part of?
Talawanda High School is part of Talawanda City School District.
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