Medina High School is a public high school located in Medina, Ohio, United States. It serves 2,108 students in grades 9–12. It is the only high school in the Medina City School District and the only high school in the city.
Serving 1,912 students in grades 9-12, Medina High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to 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: 1,912 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medina High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Medina High School's student population of 1,912 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,912 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
White, Green, Gold
School Rankings
Medina High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Medina 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
#528 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Medina High School's ranking?
Medina High School is ranked #528 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Medina High School often compared to?
Medina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Medina High School?
The graduation rate of Medina High School is 96%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Medina High School?
1,912 students attend Medina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Medina High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Medina High School?
Medina High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Medina High School offer ?
Medina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Medina High School part of?
Medina High School is part of Medina City School District.
School Reviews
5 12/26/2017
Medina High School afforded our son the opportunity of an academic & sports scholarship . He graduated with AP k college credits were taught on sight. Cannot day enough positive things about Medina City Schools
3 5/13/2017
Medina High school is an excellent school . Just cannot say enough about the excellent academic , sports and leadership opportunities at the school
5 5/2/2017
Excellent ! Best school in county . Has the county seat so lots of diversity w a small town feel Joins w local colleges. Excellent education!
2 4/15/2016
A I Root and the entire school district needs to work on educating staff and students about diversity and bullying. This is not a perfect district and they hide the real issues going on within the schools with regards to both above stated issues. I bet none of the superintendent prospects are minorities.
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