Westerville Central High School is a public high school located in Westerville, Ohio, northeast of Columbus. It is the newest of three high schools in the Westerville City School District. It opened in August 2003.
Serving 1,500 students in grades 9-12, Westerville Central 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 54% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 46% 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: 1,500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westerville Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westerville Central High School's student population of 1,500 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Black, Silver
School Rankings
Westerville Central 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 Westerville Central High School is 0.64, 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
#1224 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
25%
17%
White
54%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Westerville Central High School's ranking?
Westerville Central High School is ranked #1224 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Westerville Central High School often compared to?
Westerville Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westerville-north High School, Westerville-south High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westerville Central High School?
The graduation rate of Westerville Central High School is 92%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Westerville Central High School?
1,500 students attend Westerville Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Westerville Central High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westerville Central High School?
Westerville Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westerville Central High School offer ?
Westerville Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westerville Central High School part of?
Westerville Central High School is part of Westerville City School District.
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