Buckeye Central High School is a public high school in New Washington, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Buckeye Central Local School District.
Serving 186 students in grades 9-12, Buckeye Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckeye Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Buckeye Central High School's student population of 186 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Colors
Grey, Red, Scarlet
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Students Come First
School Rankings
Buckeye Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckeye Central High School is 0.10, 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
#921 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bucky (a Buck Deer)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckeye Central High School's ranking?
Buckeye Central High School is ranked #921 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buckeye Central High School?
The graduation rate of Buckeye Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Buckeye Central High School?
186 students attend Buckeye Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Buckeye Central High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckeye Central High School?
Buckeye Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buckeye Central High School offer ?
Buckeye Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckeye Central High School part of?
Buckeye Central High School is part of Buckeye Central Local School District.
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