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Wooster High School

High School · Wooster City

515 Oldman Rd, Wooster, OH 44691

Enrollment

1,165

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

8th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,772 of 3,441

In Wooster

#7 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Wooster City

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Wooster High School

6.4/10

High School in Wooster · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wooster High School

Wooster High School is a public high school in Wooster, OH, part of Wooster City. Wooster High School serves approximately 1,165 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wooster High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,772 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Wooster High School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
College Readiness8.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%
AP Participation17.3%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,952
Chronic Absenteeism26.9%

Wooster High School — Students at Wooster High School score 57% 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

49.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
57%

* 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 Wooster High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in OH
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.3
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
17.3% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·21 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·42 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

515 Oldman Rd, Wooster, OH 44691

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wooster High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Triway High School (rated 7.5/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Smithville High School (rated 7.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Smithville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wayne County Schools Career Center (rated 5.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Smithville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wooster, see our Wooster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Kean Elementary School Wooster 0.1 mi 7.7
Edgewood Middle School Wooster 0.8 mi 6.7
WOOSTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wooster 1.4 mi 7.0
Parkview Elementary School Wooster 2.1 mi 7.0
Melrose Elementary School Wooster 1.6 mi 5.8
Cornerstone Elementary School Wooster 2.2 mi 5.6
Wooster Littlest Generals Preschool Wooster 2.2 mi 3.6
ST MARY OF IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Wooster 2.4 mi 8.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF WOOSTER OHIO Wooster 2.4 mi 8.2
Wooster Twp Elementary School Wooster 4.5 mi 9.1
Triway Middle School Wooster 5.4 mi 7.7
Triway High School Wooster 5.5 mi 7.5
Wayne County Schools Career Center Smithville 4.5 mi 5.6
COUNTRY CORNER Wooster 5.4 mi
Liberty Preparatory School Smithville 4.9 mi 4.2
Green Middle School Smithville 5.1 mi 8.2
Green Elementary School Smithville 5.1 mi 8.5
Smithville High School Smithville 5.1 mi 7.2
SUNNY MEADOW Wooster 9.0 mi 3.0
SPRING RUN Apple Creek 8.3 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,319

Median Home Value

$216,800

Median Rent

$881/mo

Population

44,390

College Educated

31.3%

Homeownership

71.8%

Avg Commute

19.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

41.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wooster High School

What grades does Wooster High School serve?

Wooster High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.

How many students attend Wooster High School?

Wooster High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,165 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Wooster High School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wooster High School rank in OH?

Wooster High School ranks #1,772 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Wooster High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wooster 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 Wooster High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wooster High School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wooster High School a charter school?

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

Is Wooster High School a Title I school?

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

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

49.2% of students at Wooster 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
1,165
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.9%
4-Year Graduation
90.0%

District

Wooster City
District Enrollment
3,209
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,952
District Rank
#4 of 7

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