Needs Improvement
#3353 of 3,441 schools in OH
East High School
High School · Youngstown City
474 Bennington Ave, Youngstown, OH 44505
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
3.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
3.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,353 of 3,441
In Youngstown
#34 of 38
public schools
In district
#13 of 15
Youngstown City
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East High School
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About East High School
East High School is a public high school in Youngstown, OH, part of Youngstown City. East High School serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,353 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for East High School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- OH avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
80% of students at East High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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East High School — Students at East High School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How East High School Compares
See how East High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
474 Bennington Ave, Youngstown, OH 44505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. URSULINE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mahoning County High School (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Youngstown Rayen Early College High School (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Youngstown, see our Youngstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,480
Median Home Value
$82,100
Median Rent
$644/mo
Population
16,449
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
38.7%
Median Age
37.5
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| Beechcroft High School Columbus, OH | 3.1 |
| Dunbar Early College High School Dayton, OH | 3.1 |
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| Garrett Morgan School of Leadership and Innovation Cleveland, OH | 3.2 |
| Mifflin High School Columbus, OH | 3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East High School
What grades does East High School serve?
East High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend East High School?
East High School has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East High School?
The student-teacher ratio at East High School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East High School rank in OH?
East High School ranks #3,353 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is East High School's MySchoolScout rating?
East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at East High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East High School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is East High School a charter school?
No, East High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East High School a Title I school?
No, East High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mahoning County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.2%
- Phone
- (330) 744-6900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Youngstown City- District Enrollment
- 4,455
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,791
- District Rank
- #13 of 15
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