Serving 448 students in grades 9-12, Norwood 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norwood High School's student population of 448 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norwood 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 Norwood High School is 0.58, which is more 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
#2490 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
20%
17%
White
60%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwood High School's ranking?
Norwood High School is ranked #2490 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Norwood High School often compared to?
Norwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norwood High School?
The graduation rate of Norwood High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Norwood High School?
448 students attend Norwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Norwood High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norwood High School?
Norwood High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norwood High School offer ?
Norwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwood High School part of?
Norwood High School is part of Norwood City School District.
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