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Mentor High School

High School · Mentor Exempted Village

6477 Center St, Mentor, OH 44060

Enrollment

2,318

Student-Teacher

20.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,733 of 3,441

In Mentor

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#10 of 12

Mentor Exempted Village

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Mentor High School

6.4/10

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

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4.9/10

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7.9/10

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About Mentor High School

Mentor High School is a public high school in Mentor, OH, part of Mentor Exempted Village. Mentor High School serves approximately 2,318 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mentor High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,733 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Mentor High School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts above OH schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Mentor High School is a large school: 2,318 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Mentor High School runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness7.5Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation19.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,847
Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

Mentor High School — Students at Mentor High School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 74.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 85.8% (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
92%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
84%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
76%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Mentor High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in OH
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
7
3 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
113 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
19.1% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics7sports offered
3 boys'·4 girls'·56 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

6477 Center St, Mentor, OH 44060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mentor High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. iSTEM (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Painesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mentor, see our Mentor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Mentor High School Preschool Mentor 0.0 mi 4.9
Fairfax Elementary School Mentor 0.6 mi 7.9
Orchard Hollow Elementary School Mentor 0.8 mi 9.0
Shore Middle School Mentor 1.5 mi 6.9
MENTOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mentor 1.7 mi 7.0
Garfield Preschool Mentor 1.6 mi 5.7
Memorial Middle School Mentor 1.6 mi 7.9
ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Mentor 1.9 mi 6.5
Lake Elementary School Mentor On The Lake 2.0 mi 7.6
LAKE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mentor 1.9 mi 6.9
Hopkins Elementary School Mentor 2.4 mi 9.0
Bellflower Elementary School Mentor 2.0 mi 8.3
Cardinal Autism Resource and Education School (CARES) Mentor 2.8 mi
RE-EDUCATION SERVICES Mentor 2.3 mi 7.9
Ridge Elementary School Mentor 2.9 mi 8.6
iSTEM Painesville 2.7 mi 7.6
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Mentor 3.0 mi 4.6
Sterling Morton Elementary School Mentor 3.8 mi 7.8
Grant Elementary School Willoughby 4.0 mi 5.2
Buckeye Elementary School Painesville 3.9 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,881

Median Home Value

$227,200

Median Rent

$1,156/mo

Population

60,257

College Educated

35.1%

Homeownership

81.3%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

46.1

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Little Miami High School Morrow, OH 6.4
Normandy High School Parma, OH 6.4
Pickerington High School North Pickerington, OH 6.4
Thomas Worthington High School Worthington, OH 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mentor High School

What grades does Mentor High School serve?

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

How many students attend Mentor High School?

Mentor High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,318 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mentor High School is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mentor High School rank in OH?

Mentor High School ranks #1,733 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Mentor High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mentor High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Mentor High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mentor High School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Mentor High School a charter school?

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

Is Mentor High School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mentor High School?

29.8% of students at Mentor High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,318
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
113
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.3%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

Mentor Exempted Village
District Enrollment
7,067
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,847
District Rank
#10 of 12

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