Butler High School is a public high school in Vandalia, Ohio, a suburb of Dayton. The school is the only high school in the Vandalia-Butler City Schools district. The school mascot is the aviator. Butler has been rated as "Excellent" since 2005 by the Ohio Department of Education.
Serving 903 students in grades 9-12, Butler High School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than 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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 903 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butler High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Butler High School's student population of 903 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
903 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Mascot
Aviators
School Rankings
Butler High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butler High School is 0.43, 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
#1464 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
12%
17%
White
74%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Aviators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butler High School's ranking?
Butler High School is ranked #1464 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Butler High School?
The graduation rate of Butler High School is 94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Butler High School?
903 students attend Butler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Butler High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butler High School?
Butler High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Butler High School offer ?
Butler High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Butler High School part of?
Butler High School is part of Vandalia-Butler City School District.
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