Buckeye Local High School is a public high school in Connorville, Ohio, United States, near Rayland. It is the only secondary school in the Buckeye Local School District.
Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, Buckeye Local High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckeye Local High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Buckeye Local High School's student population of 359 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
Leading the way for 21st Century Learning.
School Rankings
Buckeye Local 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 Buckeye Local 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
#1655 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Johnny Thugs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckeye Local High School's ranking?
Buckeye Local High School is ranked #1655 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Buckeye Local High School often compared to?
Buckeye Local High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison High School, Indian Creek High School by visitors of our site.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buckeye Local High School?
The graduation rate of Buckeye Local High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Buckeye Local High School?
359 students attend Buckeye Local High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Buckeye Local High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckeye Local High School?
Buckeye Local High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buckeye Local High School offer ?
Buckeye Local High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckeye Local High School part of?
Buckeye Local High School is part of Buckeye Local School District.
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