Blanchester High School is a public high school in Blanchester, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Blanchester Local Schools district. Its athletic program, known as the Wildcats, was a charter member of the Fort Ancient Valley Conference from 1964 until 1992.
Serving 313 students in grades 9-12, Blanchester 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanchester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blanchester High School's student population of 313 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Blanchester 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 Blanchester High School is 0.06, 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
#1669 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanchester High School's ranking?
Blanchester High School is ranked #1669 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Blanchester High School often compared to?
Blanchester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton-massie High School, East Clinton High School, Wilmington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blanchester High School?
The graduation rate of Blanchester High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Blanchester High School?
313 students attend Blanchester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Blanchester High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanchester High School?
Blanchester High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blanchester High School offer ?
Blanchester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blanchester High School part of?
Blanchester High School is part of Blanchester Local School District.
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