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Urbana High School
High School · Urbana City
500 Washington Ave, Urbana, OH 43078
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,575 of 3,441
In Urbana
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Urbana City
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About Urbana High School
Urbana High School is a public high school in Urbana, OH, part of Urbana City. Urbana High School serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Urbana High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,575 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Urbana High School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- OH avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Urbana 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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Urbana High School — Students at Urbana High School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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: 4.9/10.
How Urbana High School Compares
See how Urbana 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
500 Washington Ave, Urbana, OH 43078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Urbana High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Liberty-Salem High School (rated 7.4/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby West Liberty), which scores notably higher. Another option is Triad High School (rated 6.1/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby North Lewisburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Graham High School (rated 5.1/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Saint Paris), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Urbana, see our Urbana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Urbana | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Urbana Elementary School Urbana | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Urbana Junior High School Urbana | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| West Liberty-Salem Elementary School West Liberty | 7.2 mi | 8.6 |
| West Liberty-Salem High School West Liberty | 7.2 mi | 7.4 |
| West Liberty-Salem Middle School West Liberty | 7.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Kenton Ridge Middle/High School Springfield | 8.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Kenton Ridge Elementary Springfield | 8.9 mi | 7.2 |
| EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Springfield | 9.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Graham High School Saint Paris | 8.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Triad Elementary School North Lewisburg | 9.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Triad High School North Lewisburg | 9.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Kenton Elementary School Springfield | 11.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Roosevelt Middle School Springfield | 11.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Triad Middle School North Lewisburg | 9.6 mi | 7.3 |
| RIDGEWOOD SCHOOL Springfield | 11.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Springfield High School Springfield | 11.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Lagonda Elementary School Springfield | 12.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Snowhill Elementary School Springfield | 12.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Warder Park-Wayne Elementary School Springfield | 12.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,500
Median Home Value
$176,300
Median Rent
$909/mo
Population
19,985
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amanda-Clearcreek High School Amanda, OH | 5.1 |
| Edgewood High School Ashtabula, OH | 5.1 |
| Fairfield Career Center Carroll, OH | 5.1 |
| Graham High School Saint Paris, OH | 5.1 |
| Jefferson County Bloomingdale, OH | 5.1 |
| Liberty Union High School Baltimore, OH | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Urbana High School
What grades does Urbana High School serve?
Urbana High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Urbana High School?
Urbana High School has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Urbana High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Urbana High School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Urbana High School rank in OH?
Urbana High School ranks #2,575 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Urbana High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Urbana High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Urbana High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Urbana High School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Urbana High School a charter school?
No, Urbana High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Urbana High School a Title I school?
No, Urbana High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Urbana High School?
53.8% of students at Urbana 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 571
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Champaign County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (937) 653-1412
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
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District
Urbana City- District Enrollment
- 1,838
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,569
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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