West Carrollton High School is a public high school in West Carrollton, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the West Carrollton City School District. Athletic teams are known as the "Pirates" and the school colors are scarlet and black.
Serving 940 students in grades 9-12, West Carrollton 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 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 940 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Carrollton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Carrollton High School's student population of 940 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
940 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
West Carrollton 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 West Carrollton High School is 0.62, 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
#2023 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)12%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
23%
17%
White
56%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)86%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirate Pete
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Carrollton High School's ranking?
West Carrollton High School is ranked #2023 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Carrollton High School often compared to?
West Carrollton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miamisburg High School, Kettering Fairmont High School, Centerville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Carrollton High School?
The graduation rate of West Carrollton High School is 86%, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Carrollton High School?
940 students attend West Carrollton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of West Carrollton High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Carrollton High School?
West Carrollton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Carrollton High School offer ?
West Carrollton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Carrollton High School part of?
West Carrollton High School is part of West Carrollton City School District.
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