Serving 424 students in grades 8-12, Philo 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Philo High School's student population of 424 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Philo 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 Philo High School is 0.08, 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
#2001 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Philo High School's ranking?
Philo High School is ranked #2001 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Philo High School often compared to?
Philo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri-valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philo High School?
The graduation rate of Philo High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Philo High School?
424 students attend Philo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Philo High School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philo High School?
Philo High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Philo High School offer ?
Philo High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philo High School part of?
Philo High School is part of Franklin Local School District.
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