Wadsworth High School is a public high school for grades 9 through 12 in Wadsworth, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Wadsworth City School District. The school colors are officially red and white. The school mascot is the grizzly bear, and the sports teams are nicknamed the Grizzlies.
Serving 1,540 students in grades 9-12, Wadsworth High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wadsworth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wadsworth High School's student population of 1,540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,540 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Commitment to Excellence
School Rankings
Wadsworth 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 Wadsworth High School is 0.19, 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
#811 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
90%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzlies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wadsworth High School's ranking?
Wadsworth High School is ranked #811 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wadsworth High School often compared to?
Wadsworth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Medina High School, Highland High School, Cloverleaf High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wadsworth High School?
The graduation rate of Wadsworth High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Wadsworth High School?
1,540 students attend Wadsworth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wadsworth High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wadsworth High School?
Wadsworth High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wadsworth High School offer ?
Wadsworth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wadsworth High School part of?
Wadsworth High School is part of Wadsworth City School District.
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