Clear Fork High School is a secondary school located near Bellville, Ohio, United States. It serves grades 9–12 and is part of the Clear Fork Valley Local School District. Clear Fork is a member of the Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference.
Serving 457 students in grades 9-12, Clear Fork 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clear Fork High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clear Fork High School's student population of 457 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Black, Green, Kelly green
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Colts! Striving to Exceed Expectations
School Rankings
Clear Fork High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clear Fork High School is 0.13, 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
#1678 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Clear Fork High School's ranking?
Clear Fork High School is ranked #1678 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Clear Fork High School often compared to?
Clear Fork High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lexington High School, Ontario High School, Mansfield Senior 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 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clear Fork High School?
The graduation rate of Clear Fork High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Clear Fork High School?
457 students attend Clear Fork High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Clear Fork High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clear Fork High School?
Clear Fork High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clear Fork High School offer ?
Clear Fork High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clear Fork High School part of?
Clear Fork High School is part of Clear Fork Valley Local School District.
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