Olentangy High School is a public comprehensive secondary school located in Lewis Center, Ohio, operated by the Olentangy Local School District. In 2007, the school was ranked as the 97th best high school in the U.S. by Newsweek.
Serving 1,721 students in grades 9-12, Olentangy High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olentangy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Olentangy High School's student population of 1,721 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Olentangy High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olentangy High School is 0.52, 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
#250 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
66%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Olentangy High School's ranking?
Olentangy High School is ranked #250 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Olentangy High School often compared to?
Olentangy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olentangy Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olentangy High School?
The graduation rate of Olentangy High School is 99%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Olentangy High School?
1,721 students attend Olentangy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Olentangy High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olentangy High School?
Olentangy High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olentangy High School offer ?
Olentangy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olentangy High School part of?
Olentangy High School is part of Olentangy Local School District.
School Reviews
5 8/24/2009
Great academics and athletic programs. Teachers and coaches care about their students. Parents are very involved in the school--everything from academics to helping out at athletic events. Kids and administators/teachers are very welcoming to kids who move into the school from other states/areas. Highly recommend this school.
5 9/26/2006
Both of my daughters graduated from Olentany HS and both are now in College(doing great). Olentangy has a fantastic academic program that gets students ready for college, as well their athletic programs offer great competion while teaching balance and responsibility.
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