Mineral Ridge High School is a public high school in Mineral Ridge, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Weathersfield Local Schools district. It houses Grades 7–12. Their nickname is the Rams and their colors are orange and black. Mineral Ridge serves students primarily in Weathersfield Township.
Serving 423 students in grades 7-12, Mineral Ridge High School ranks in the top 50% 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 56% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mineral Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mineral Ridge High School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Mineral Ridge High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mineral Ridge High School is 0.20, 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
#1275 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Mineral Ridge High School's ranking?
Mineral Ridge High School is ranked #1275 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mineral Ridge High School often compared to?
Mineral Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdonald High School, Girard Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mineral Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Mineral Ridge High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Mineral Ridge High School?
423 students attend Mineral Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mineral Ridge High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mineral Ridge High School?
Mineral Ridge High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mineral Ridge High School offer ?
Mineral Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mineral Ridge High School part of?
Mineral Ridge High School is part of Weathersfield Local School District.
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