Serving 1,000 students in grades 9-12, Lima Senior 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,000 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lima Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lima Senior High School's student population of 1,000 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,000 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Rankings
Lima Senior 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 Lima Senior High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#2775 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
36%
17%
White
36%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
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 Lima Senior High School's ranking?
Lima Senior High School is ranked #2775 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lima Senior High School often compared to?
Lima Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elida High School, Bath High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lima Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Lima Senior High School is 74%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lima Senior High School?
1,000 students attend Lima Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Lima Senior High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 20% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lima Senior High School?
Lima Senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lima Senior High School offer ?
Lima Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lima Senior High School part of?
Lima Senior High School is part of Lima City School District.
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