Walnut Hills High School is a public college-preparatory high school in Cincinnati, Ohio. Operated by Cincinnati ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools, it houses grades seven through twelve. The school was established in 1895 and has occupied its current building since 1932.
Serving 2,500 students in grades 7-12, Walnut Hills High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Hills 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
Diversity
School Overview
Walnut Hills High School's student population of 2,500 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Year Founded
1895
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Walnut Hills High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Hills High School is 0.59, 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
#71 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
21%
17%
White
60%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Walnut Hills High School's ranking?
Walnut Hills High School is ranked #71 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Walnut Hills High School often compared to?
Walnut Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like School For Creative And Performing Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walnut Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Walnut Hills High School is 99%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Walnut Hills High School?
2,500 students attend Walnut Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Walnut Hills High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Hills High School?
Walnut Hills High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walnut Hills High School offer ?
Walnut Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walnut Hills High School part of?
Walnut Hills High School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Walnut Hills High School located?
Walnut Hills High School is located in the Evanston neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Evanston.
School Reviews
5 3/30/2020
Walnut has opportunities for everyone and it changes the course of so many of the lives of these kids.
5 9/1/2010
1 of usa's top 100 high schools for yrs. GREAT SCHOOL PERIOD!
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