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Whitehall Yearling High School

High School · Whitehall City

675 S Yearling Rd, Whitehall, OH 43213

Enrollment

895

Student-Teacher

20.3:1

Score

3.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,283 of 3,441

In Whitehall

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Whitehall City

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Whitehall Yearling High School

3.4/10

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

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About Whitehall Yearling High School

Whitehall Yearling High School is a public high school in Whitehall, OH, part of Whitehall City. Whitehall Yearling High School serves approximately 895 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitehall Yearling High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,283 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Whitehall Yearling High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares2.5 pts below OH schools
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Whitehall Yearling High School runs 20.3:1 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.

55% of students at Whitehall Yearling 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-5.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%
AP Participation0.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,461
Chronic Absenteeism54.6%

Whitehall Yearling High School — Students at Whitehall Yearling High School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (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
67%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
46%

* 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 Whitehall Yearling High School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.4/10
5th percentile in OH
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
17
9 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
0.8% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
9 boys'·8 girls'·22 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 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

675 S Yearling Rd, Whitehall, OH 43213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whitehall Yearling High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BISHOP HARTLEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eastmoor Academy (rated 3.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Columbus), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Walnut Ridge High School (rated 3.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Columbus), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Whitehall, see our Whitehall schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Etna Road Elementary School Whitehall 0.5 mi 5.1
Beechwood Elementary School Whitehall 0.6 mi 4.7
HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Columbus 0.9 mi 6.0
MATER DEI ACADEMY Columbus 0.7 mi
Rosemore Middle School Whitehall 0.7 mi 3.6
Kae Avenue Elementary School Whitehall 0.8 mi 5.5
Renaissance Academy dba Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Aca Columbus 1.2 mi 7.1
Sherwood Middle School Columbus 1.2 mi 4.7
Leawood Elementary School Columbus 1.4 mi 5.5
Shady Lane Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 4.7
Whitehall Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus 1.3 mi 4.3
Eastmoor Academy Columbus 1.2 mi 3.6
Columbus City Preparatory School for Boys Columbus 1.3 mi 3.1
Patriot Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.4 mi 6.4
Fairmoor Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 3.8
Columbus Online Academy Columbus 1.6 mi
Walnut Ridge High School Columbus 1.6 mi 3.0
Johnson Park Middle School Columbus 1.5 mi 3.4
Scottwood Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 4.1
BISHOP HARTLEY HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 1.7 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,908

Median Home Value

$197,700

Median Rent

$1,107/mo

Population

35,912

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

40.4%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

38.2

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Linden-McKinley STEM Academy Columbus, OH 3.5
Trotwood-Madison High School Trotwood, OH 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whitehall Yearling High School

What grades does Whitehall Yearling High School serve?

Whitehall Yearling High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Whitehall Yearling High School?

Whitehall Yearling High School has an enrollment of approximately 895 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitehall Yearling High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitehall Yearling High School is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whitehall Yearling High School rank in OH?

Whitehall Yearling High School ranks #3,283 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Whitehall Yearling High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Whitehall Yearling High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Whitehall Yearling High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitehall Yearling High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Whitehall Yearling High School a charter school?

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

Is Whitehall Yearling High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
895
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.6%
4-Year Graduation
80.0%

District

Whitehall City
District Enrollment
3,327
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,461
District Rank
#5 of 5

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