Serving 1,759 students in grades 9-12, Wayne 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 18% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 1,759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wayne High School's student population of 1,759 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Warrior
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Wayne 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 Wayne High School is 0.65, 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
#2390 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
26%
17%
White
52%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Wayne High School's ranking?
Wayne High School is ranked #2390 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wayne High School often compared to?
Wayne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trotwood-madison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wayne High School?
The graduation rate of Wayne High School is 86%, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Wayne High School?
1,759 students attend Wayne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wayne High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne High School?
Wayne High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wayne High School offer ?
Wayne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne High School part of?
Wayne High School is part of Huber Heights City School District.
School Reviews
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