Serving 738 students in grades 9-12, Howland 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% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howland High School's student population of 738 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howland High School is 0.30, 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
#1324 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
83%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howland High School's ranking?
Howland High School is ranked #1324 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Howland High School often compared to?
Howland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview High School, Champion High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Howland High School?
The graduation rate of Howland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Howland High School?
738 students attend Howland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Howland High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howland High School?
Howland High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Howland High School offer ?
Howland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Howland High School part of?
Howland High School is part of Howland Local School District.
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