Newark High School is a public high school in Newark, Ohio. It houses a little more than 2,000 students. It is the only high school in the Newark City Schools district. An additional 150 students attend the Career and Technical Education Center associated with the school.
Serving 1,369 students in grades 9-12, Newark 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 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newark High School's student population of 1,369 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Crimson
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newark 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 Newark High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1907 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
80%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Newark City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newark High School's ranking?
Newark High School is ranked #1907 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Newark High School often compared to?
Newark High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Licking Valley High School, Heath High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newark High School?
The graduation rate of Newark High School is 83%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Newark High School?
1,369 students attend Newark High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Newark High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newark High School?
Newark High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newark High School offer ?
Newark High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newark High School part of?
Newark High School is part of Newark City School District.
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