For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,582 students in Lancaster, OH.
The top-ranked public high schools in Lancaster, OH are Fairfield Union High School and Lancaster High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lancaster, OH public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Ohio public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in Lancaster have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public high schools.
Lancaster, OH public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Ohio average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fairfield Union High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Ohio or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public high school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Lancaster, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairfield Union High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6675 Cincinnati Zanesville Rd
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 536-7306
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 536-7306
Gr: 9-12 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Lancaster High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1312 Granville Pike
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 681-7500
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 681-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,995 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Lancaster, OH?
The top-ranked public high schools in Lancaster, OH include Fairfield Union High School and Lancaster High School.
How many public high schools are located in Lancaster?
2 public high schools are located in Lancaster.
What is the racial composition of students in Lancaster?
Lancaster public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public high schools average of 34% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Lancaster are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Lancaster include: Fairfield Union High School vs. Lancaster High School, Lancaster High School vs. Fairfield Union High School
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