Mechanicsburg High School is a public high school in Mechanicsburg, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Mechanicsburg Exempted Village School District.
Serving 268 students in grades 9-12, Mechanicsburg High School ranks in the top 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mechanicsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mechanicsburg High School's student population of 268 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Mechanicsburg High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mechanicsburg High School is 0.08, 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
#971 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mechanicsburg High School's ranking?
Mechanicsburg High School is ranked #971 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mechanicsburg High School often compared to?
Mechanicsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Graham High School, Triad High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mechanicsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Mechanicsburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Mechanicsburg High School?
268 students attend Mechanicsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mechanicsburg High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mechanicsburg High School?
Mechanicsburg High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mechanicsburg High School offer ?
Mechanicsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mechanicsburg High School part of?
Mechanicsburg High School is part of Mechanicsburg Exempted Village School District.
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