Clearview High School is a public high school located in Lorain, Ohio, United States. It is part of the Clearview Local School District, one of five school districts serving the city of Lorain and all of Sheffield Township, Ohio. Clearview High School houses students in grades 9-12.
Serving 340 students in grades 9-12, Clearview 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clearview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clearview High School's student population of 340 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Clearview High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clearview High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2405 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
40%
8%
Black
14%
17%
White
35%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Captain Clipper
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clearview High School's ranking?
Clearview High School is ranked #2405 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Clearview High School often compared to?
Clearview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clearview High School?
The graduation rate of Clearview High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Clearview High School?
340 students attend Clearview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Clearview High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clearview High School?
Clearview High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clearview High School offer ?
Clearview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clearview High School part of?
Clearview High School is part of Clearview Local School District.
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