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Mount Vernon High School

High School · Mount Vernon City

300 Yellow Jacket Drive, Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Enrollment

990

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,832 of 3,441

In Mount Vernon

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

Mount Vernon City

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Mount Vernon High School

6.3/10

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

Mount Vernon Middle School

6.9/10

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5.9/10

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About Mount Vernon High School

Mount Vernon High School is a public high school in Mount Vernon, OH, part of Mount Vernon City. Mount Vernon High School serves approximately 990 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Vernon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,832 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Vernon High School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.4 pts above OH schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • OH avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency54% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
College Readiness8.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,724
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Mount Vernon High School — Students at Mount Vernon High School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 67.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.4% (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
81%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
70%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Mount Vernon High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in OH
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

Programs & Offerings

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

300 Yellow Jacket Drive, Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Vernon High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. East Knox Junior/Senior High School (rated 6.8/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Howard), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fredericktown High School (rated 6.2/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Fredericktown), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Utica High School (rated 6.1/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Utica), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Vernon Middle School Mount Vernon 0.1 mi 6.9
Knox County Career Center Mount Vernon 0.2 mi 5.9
East Elementary School Mount Vernon 0.9 mi 9.1
Twin Oak Elementary School Mount Vernon 1.0 mi 8.4
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.1 mi 8.0
CHRISTIAN STAR ACADEMY Mount Vernon 1.3 mi
Pleasant Street Elementary School Mount Vernon 1.4 mi 6.6
Columbia Elementary School Mount Vernon 1.1 mi 8.8
MOUNT VERNON SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Vernon 2.0 mi
Dan Emmett Elementary School Mount Vernon 2.1 mi 7.9
Wiggin Street Elementary School Gambier 4.3 mi 8.6
Fredericktown Elementary School Fredericktown 7.9 mi 7.3
Fredericktown High School Fredericktown 7.9 mi 6.2
Fredericktown Middle School Fredericktown 7.9 mi 8.3
North Fork Online Academy Utica 9.8 mi
Utica High School Utica 9.9 mi 6.1
Utica Middle School Utica 9.9 mi 6.3
Utica Elementary School Utica 9.9 mi 7.6
East Knox Elementary School Howard 7.8 mi 7.8
East Knox Junior/Senior High School Howard 7.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,044

Median Home Value

$199,000

Median Rent

$933/mo

Population

30,360

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

66.6%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Vernon High School

What grades does Mount Vernon High School serve?

Mount Vernon High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mount Vernon High School?

Mount Vernon High School has an enrollment of approximately 990 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon High School is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Vernon High School rank in OH?

Mount Vernon High School ranks #1,832 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Mount Vernon High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Vernon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Mount Vernon High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Vernon High School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Mount Vernon High School a charter school?

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

Is Mount Vernon High School a Title I school?

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

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

46.6% of students at Mount Vernon 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
990
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

Mount Vernon City
District Enrollment
3,490
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,724
District Rank
#8 of 8

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