Serving 276 students in grades 9-12, Bucyrus Secondary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bucyrus Secondary School's student population of 276 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Bucyrus Secondary 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 Bucyrus Secondary School is 0.22, 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
#2289 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
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 Bucyrus Secondary School's ranking?
Bucyrus Secondary School is ranked #2289 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bucyrus Secondary School often compared to?
Bucyrus Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wynford High School, Col Crawford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bucyrus Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Bucyrus Secondary School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bucyrus Secondary School?
276 students attend Bucyrus Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Bucyrus Secondary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bucyrus Secondary School?
Bucyrus Secondary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bucyrus Secondary School offer ?
Bucyrus Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bucyrus Secondary School part of?
Bucyrus Secondary School is part of Bucyrus City School District.
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