Serving 518 students in grades 9-12, Meigs 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meigs High School's student population of 518 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meigs High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meigs High School is 0.12, 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
#2470 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
94%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
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 Meigs High School's ranking?
Meigs High School is ranked #2470 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Meigs High School often compared to?
Meigs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern High School, Eastern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meigs High School?
The graduation rate of Meigs High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Meigs High School?
518 students attend Meigs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Meigs High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meigs High School?
Meigs High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meigs High School offer ?
Meigs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Meigs High School part of?
Meigs High School is part of Meigs Local School District.
School Reviews
5 12/8/2023
compare to the schools I have been too this school is an improvement.
5 11/22/2010
i am a senior at meigs and i love my school it is awesome...the education is great and the teachers are awesome...meigs high school is a great school
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