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#3120 of 3,441 schools in OH

North High School

High School · Akron City

985 Gorge Blvd, Akron, OH 44310

Enrollment

920

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

3.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,120 of 3,441

In Akron

#61 of 71

public schools

In district

#39 of 45

Akron City

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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North High School

3.9/10

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

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About North High School

North High School is a public high school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. North High School serves approximately 920 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,120 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for North High School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.6
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

54% of students at North 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 Progress1.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics1.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency9% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-38.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
College Readiness5.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate81%
AP Participation4.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,553
Chronic Absenteeism53.5%

North High School — Students at North High School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.5% (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
62%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
15%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How North High School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
9th percentile in OH
Academic
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
15
6 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
4.7% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
6 boys'·9 girls'·17 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

985 Gorge Blvd, Akron, OH 44310

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST VINCENT-ST MARY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Steel Academy (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Akron STEM High School (rated 5.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Forest Hill Community Learning Center Akron 0.4 mi 5.5
Jennings Community Learning Center Akron 0.4 mi 4.9
Harris/Jackson Community Learning Center Akron 0.8 mi 6.1
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 0.8 mi 6.5
Findley Community Learning Center Akron 1.0 mi 6.0
Steel Academy Akron 1.1 mi 5.9
Edge Learning Akron 1.5 mi 4.4
Akros Middle School Akron 1.5 mi 3.0
APS Online Akron 1.6 mi 1.7
National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM Akron 1.8 mi 7.5
Akron STEM High School Akron 1.8 mi 5.8
ST VINCENT-ST MARY HIGH SCHOOL Akron 1.6 mi 7.8
ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 1.8 mi 7.1
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls 2.1 mi 8.6
Cascade Career Prep High School Akron 1.6 mi 5.3
ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Cuyahoga Falls 2.1 mi 7.3
Barber Community Learning Center Akron 1.9 mi 6.0
Towpath Trail High School Akron 1.8 mi 2.9
Middlebury Academy Akron 2.2 mi 3.6
Preston Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls 2.0 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,912

Median Home Value

$91,400

Median Rent

$925/mo

Population

24,420

College Educated

14.2%

Homeownership

39.3%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

30.6%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North High School

What grades does North High School serve?

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

How many students attend North High School?

North High School has an enrollment of approximately 920 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at North High School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North High School rank in OH?

North High School ranks #3,120 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is North High School's MySchoolScout rating?

North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 North High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North High School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is North High School a charter school?

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

Is North High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
920
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.5%
4-Year Graduation
81.0%

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