Elyria High School is a public high school in Elyria, Ohio. Founded in 1830, it is notable for being the first chartered high school west of the Allegheny Mountains. Elyria High School athletic teams are known as the Pioneers and compete in the Southwestern Conference.
Serving 1,540 students in grades 9-12, Elyria High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elyria High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Elyria High School's student population of 1,540 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,540 students
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Elyria High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elyria High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2642 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
20%
17%
White
43%
65%
Two or more races
19%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pioneers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elyria High School's ranking?
Elyria High School is ranked #2642 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elyria High School?
The graduation rate of Elyria High School is 79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Elyria High School?
1,540 students attend Elyria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Elyria High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elyria High School?
Elyria High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elyria High School offer ?
Elyria High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elyria High School part of?
Elyria High School is part of Elyria City Schools.
School Reviews
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