Lakota East High School is a four-year, public high school in Liberty Township, a suburb of Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. It is a member of the Lakota Local School District, which comprises both West Chester Township and Liberty Township.
Serving 2,660 students in grades 9-12, Lakota East 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 51% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,660 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakota East High School's student population of 2,660 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,660 students
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakota East 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 Lakota East High School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1253 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
11%
17%
White
66%
65%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakota East High School's ranking?
Lakota East High School is ranked #1253 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lakota East High School often compared to?
Lakota East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakota West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakota East High School?
The graduation rate of Lakota East High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lakota East High School?
2,660 students attend Lakota East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lakota East High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakota East High School?
Lakota East High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakota East High School offer ?
Lakota East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakota East High School part of?
Lakota East High School is part of Lakota Local School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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