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#3178 of 3,441 schools in OH

Harvey High School

High School · Painesville City Local

200 W Walnut Ave, Painesville, OH 44077

Enrollment

829

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

3.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,178 of 3,441

In Painesville

#11 of 11

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Painesville City Local

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Harvey High School

3.8/10

High School in Painesville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harvey High School

Harvey High School is a public high school in Painesville, OH, part of Painesville City Local. Harvey High School serves approximately 829 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Harvey High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,178 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Harvey High School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares2.1 pts below OH schools
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Harvey 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
College Readiness5.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%
AP Participation7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,178
Chronic Absenteeism49.1%

Harvey High School — Students at Harvey High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
47%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Harvey High School Compares

See how Harvey High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in OH
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
7% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

200 W Walnut Ave, Painesville, OH 44077

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harvey High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. iSTEM (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverside Jr/Sr High School (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairport Harding High School (rated 5.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Fairport Harbor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Painesville, see our Painesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Harvey Academy Painesville 0.0 mi
Heritage Middle School Painesville 0.4 mi 4.8
OUR SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Painesville 0.4 mi 7.9
Maple Elementary School Painesville 0.7 mi 6.2
Chestnut Elementary School Painesville 0.9 mi 7.2
Elm Street Elementary School Painesville 1.5 mi 5.8
Buckeye Elementary School Painesville 1.3 mi 7.4
Henry F Lamuth Middle School Painesville 1.8 mi 6.6
Riverside Jr/Sr High School Painesville 1.5 mi 5.5
Riverview Elementary School Painesville 1.6 mi 7.2
Melridge Elementary School Painesville 2.1 mi 8.1
iSTEM Painesville 2.4 mi 7.6
Mckinley Elementary School Fairport Harbor 2.8 mi 5.5
Fairport Harding High School Fairport Harbor 3.0 mi 5.0
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Concord Twp 3.6 mi
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Mentor 3.2 mi 4.6
Riverside Preschool Concord Township 3.3 mi 3.3
Sterling Morton Elementary School Mentor 3.6 mi 7.8
Cardinal Autism Resource and Education School (CARES) Mentor 4.1 mi
Garfield Preschool Mentor 4.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,692

Median Home Value

$217,400

Median Rent

$972/mo

Population

57,947

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

41.8

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Woodward High School Toledo, OH 3.8
Belmont High School Dayton, OH 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harvey High School

What grades does Harvey High School serve?

Harvey High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Harvey High School?

Harvey High School has an enrollment of approximately 829 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvey High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harvey High School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harvey High School rank in OH?

Harvey High School ranks #3,178 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Harvey High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harvey High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Harvey High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harvey High School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Harvey High School a charter school?

No, Harvey High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harvey High School a Title I school?

No, Harvey High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
829
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.1%
4-Year Graduation
80.0%

District

Painesville City Local
District Enrollment
2,696
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,178
District Rank
#5 of 5

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