Grove City High School is a high school in Grove City, Ohio, United States. It is one of the five high schools in the South-Western City Schools district. It houses about 1,900 students in grades 9-12.
Serving 1,881 students in grades 9-12, Grove City High School ranks in the top 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 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,881 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grove City High School's student population of 1,881 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,881 students
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Blue, Crimson
School Calendar
School Motto
We are a community empowering students to exceed the challenges of a changing world.
School Rankings
Grove City High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grove City High School is 0.38, which is less 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
#1437 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
78%
65%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Greyhounds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grove City High School's ranking?
Grove City High School is ranked #1437 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grove City High School?
The graduation rate of Grove City High School is 89%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Grove City High School?
1,881 students attend Grove City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Grove City High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grove City High School?
Grove City High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grove City High School offer ?
Grove City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grove City High School part of?
Grove City High School is part of South-Western City School District.
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