Lorain High School is part of Lorain City School District in Lorain, Ohio and was founded in 1876, beginning as a two-year high school course. In 1879, the first graduating class consisted of three members. By 1883, the high school curriculum was expanded to three years and in 1889, it was expanded to four years.
Serving 1,784 students in grades 9-12, Lorain 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 11% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 1,784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lorain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lorain High School's student population of 1,784 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1876
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Lorain 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 Lorain High School is 0.68, 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
#2843 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
46%
8%
Black
25%
17%
White
21%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
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 Lorain High School's ranking?
Lorain High School is ranked #2843 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lorain High School often compared to?
Lorain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elyria High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lorain High School?
The graduation rate of Lorain High School is 79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lorain High School?
1,784 students attend Lorain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lorain High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lorain High School?
Lorain High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lorain High School offer ?
Lorain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lorain High School part of?
Lorain High School is part of Lorain City School District.
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