Eaton High School is a public high school in Eaton, Ohio, U.S. It is the only high school in the Eaton Community School district. The district lies entirely within Preble County and serves students within the City of Eaton along with portions of Washington, Gasper, Dixon, and Israel Townships.
Serving 549 students in grades 9-12, Eaton 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- 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
Eaton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eaton High School's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1898
Colors
White, Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Eaton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eaton High School is 0.15, which is less 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
#932 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
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
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eaton High School's ranking?
Eaton High School is ranked #932 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Eaton High School often compared to?
Eaton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Preble Shawnee High School High School, Tri-county North High School, National Trail High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 Eaton High School?
The graduation rate of Eaton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Eaton High School?
549 students attend Eaton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Eaton High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eaton High School?
Eaton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eaton High School offer ?
Eaton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eaton High School part of?
Eaton High School is part of Eaton Community City School District.
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