Serving 752 students in grades 9-12, Fort Hayes Arts And Academic 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 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School's student population of 752 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2801 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
65%
17%
White
14%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Columbus City Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School's ranking?
Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School is ranked #2801 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School often compared to?
Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastmoor Academy, Columbus Alternative 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 54% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School?
752 students attend Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School?
Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School offer ?
Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School part of?
Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School located?
Fort Hayes Arts And Academic High School is located in the Fort Hayes neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Fort Hayes.
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