Serving 1,918 students in grades 9-12, Lancaster 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 36% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,918 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lancaster High School's student population of 1,918 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Mascot
Gale, Personified As Gusto The Gale
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
1849
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Lancaster 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 Lancaster High 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
#2074 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Lancaster High School's ranking?
Lancaster High School is ranked #2074 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lancaster High School often compared to?
Lancaster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lancaster High School?
The graduation rate of Lancaster High School is 93%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lancaster High School?
1,918 students attend Lancaster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lancaster High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lancaster High School?
Lancaster High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lancaster High School offer ?
Lancaster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lancaster High School part of?
Lancaster High School is part of Lancaster City School District.
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