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2020 Best Public High Schools in OhioAbout this List

The 2020 Best Public High Schools ranking is based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Ranking factors include state test scores, college readiness, graduation rates, SAT/ACT scores, teacher quality, and high school ratings. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Solon High School

    • Solon City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 392 reviews
    #1 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Senior: Amazing staff and very diverse! Food is awful and parents should be more involved. Solon HS is very good with academics but not very good with school culture and relationships. While I feel prepared for college academically I cannot say that solon HS prepared me socially for life beyond high school. They did not bother to connect with me in ways that went beyond the school environment and I do not feel that they cared for me personally. Academics are important but so are relationships and helping to make every student feel like a part of the school. Also, the administration is more concerned with test scores and being the best than checking in with kids personally. You become a number, a test score, to them.
    Read 392 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,646 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Dublin Jerome High School

    • Dublin City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 214 reviews
    #2 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Senior: Academic success is almost guaranteed for you if you make use of the high quality education that is granted to you. The education is intense, and the work environment is stressful, but after 4 years I feel extremely prepared for College. The personality of the kids at the school range all over the board. Although the school has a reputation for being all rich and spoiled, there are only select groups of people who fall into that category and the rest are actually kind people. The teachers tend to either be really nice but not great teachers or intimidating but fantastic educators. Overall, this high school will be as exciting or as horrible as you make it out to be. Everyone has different experiences based upon their personality, rigor of classes, and teacher encounters.
    Read 214 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,667 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Indian Hill High School

    • Indian Hill Exempted Village School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 133 reviews
    #3 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Senior: Indian Hill High School is an amazing school! There are endless opportunities here, such as a wide variety of clubs and sports. You can challenge yourself by taking AP classes, and there are so many to choose from! Most of the teachers are also very knowledgeable and hard workers, and our Principle and Vice Principle are honestly amazing. There are so many fun events throughout the year, like school dances, senior breakfasts, talent show, etc. One of my favorite parts of the school's schedule is Flex, which is a 90 minute time period for students to get some homework done or visit teachers once a week. It's so useful and I really appreciate that it's there! We are also very fortunate to have a very nice, clean-looking school, and we always know we are safe since the police station is less than a minute away. I'm going to miss going to school here! As for the downsides of the school, the school lunch is not very good and there is a lack of diversity.
    Read 133 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 665 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. Wyoming High School

    • Wyoming City Schools, OH
    • 9-12
    • 118 reviews
    #4 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Senior: I've really enjoyed my time in the Wyoming school district over the past 12 years! I feel that almost, if not all, of my teachers have cared a lot about me and my classmates, which gave us a very positive learning experience. Our school's administration has always worked hard to make our school safe, fun, and very educational. We take lots of pride in our high academic and athletic achievements. Even without taking AP courses, our teachers still ready us all for college and the rest of our future.
    Overall, I love our school district and I'm very thankful that I was able to grow up in Wyoming. it has provided me with great resources, a fantastic education and so much more.
    Read 118 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 656 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Walnut Hills High School

    • Cincinnati City School District, OH
    • 7-12
    • 490 reviews
    #5 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Senior: Walnut Hills High School is wonderful! No matter your personality type, there is always an abundance of clubs, activities, and classes you will be interested in. The academics are off the charts and provide the students with so many opportunities for classes. Classes from Russian to stage craft and to college engineering courses. Such an abundance of classes helps every student find their fit and get a good idea of what they plan to do in their future. Walnut Hills Is the perfect school to prepared you for college, the faculty even goes out i ohh their way to provide college preparatory lunches and other incredibly helpful student resources. This is the school that will prepare each student for college, their future, and life long friendships and success.
    Read 490 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,840 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Dublin Coffman High School

    • Dublin City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 272 reviews
    #6 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Parent: All 3 of my children graduated from Coffman High School and attended college. Coffman has an abundance to activities - sports, music, other. They do an excellent job of involving the community in education. The student body is very diverse which added to my children's education. The staff is totally invested in the student's academic and mental welfare. Overall, I felt they were well prepared for college but more importantly for life.
    Read 272 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,856 Students
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. William Mason High School

    • Mason City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 749 reviews
    #7 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Alum: The teachers were always ready to teach to their heart's content and always seemed glad to do so. They prepare you for college, however through my experience, that's it. They do not provide necessary readiness, besides one course, about how to live the rest of your life: Taxes, rent, cooking, debt, the stock market, etc.. All they do is stress students to go to college straight out of high school, which I think is NOT for everyone. let them decide what they want to do first before they begin to suffer thousands of dollars of student loan debt, and they're just 18! They're struggling to get a job, so they go into the trades for a decade or so to pay it off. I just wish that MHS would tell their students that it is OK to take a year or two to think about what they want to do. My senior year was all "apply here, apply there, get teacher recs, or else you will be overlooked!" It was STRESSFUL. Otherwise, a great school, many clubs, it's own "news station", an overall great place to learn.
    Read 749 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 3,515 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. Bexley High School

    • Bexley City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 86 reviews
    #8 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Senior: I love my experience at Bexley! I have really supportive teachers, friends, and staff around me that are always encouraging me to push forward in my academic, musical, and social careers.
    Read 86 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 712 Students
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Ottawa Hills High School

    • Ottawa Hills Local School District, OH
    • 7-12
    • 61 reviews
    #9 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Senior: The real draw point of Ottawa Hills is our academics combined with extracurricular offerings: there is no other school with as engaged teachers and resources for you to do as well as you can. That being said, the environment seems to be driven by the parents who put their kids here. Sometimes, parents beliefs for what an education needs to be sometimes overshadow what kids really need: balance and self-care in the midst of a stressful environment. If you are going to send your kid here, make sure not to a) pressure them TOO hard to succeed, b) promote good self-care practices and c) encourage them to have a positive attitude. That’s all you need to really succeed here.
    Read 61 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 461 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Beachwood High School

    • Beachwood City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 107 reviews
    #10 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Senior: Beachwood has a variety of classes to offer - both regular, Honors and AP. We have a phenomenal EXCEL/TECC program so there are options for everyone to find their niche. We have tons of clubs and extracurricular activities that matches just about anyone's interests from sports to plays to robotics to cultural clubs - you name it. We have small classes so you have lots of one-on-one with your teachers and the school and teachers make themselves available for anyone to come in and talk if they need extra help. You couldn't ask for a better school system and people.
    Read 107 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 631 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. Olentangy Liberty High School

    • Olentangy Local School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 256 reviews
    #11 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Alum: Less focus on the "required" curriculum topics and a deeper focus on what is truly valuable for the student to know for real life, when they walk out of the doors of the safe high school environment. A broader, more open approach to teaching and learning would be beneficial. Ask more questions on what topics students are interested in learning about. Use more real life examples, less textbook readings. Instead of tests being the focal point of grades in each class, incorporate other ways to prove understanding of a topic. The administration staff of 2017 was amazing in both the professional and personal way with students. They were tough, but supportive and caring, pushing students to be the best they could be.
    Read 256 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,137 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Madeira High School

    • Madeira City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 126 reviews
    #12 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Alum: Madeira High School is a great place for kids to learn. It's a very excepting school where there is almost no bullying at all, which in my opinion is impressive. They have amazing academics as well as teachers. There are many different clubs and sports that students are able to join. Madeira offers college classes as well and tries to prepare students for the real world to the best of their ability. No matter what "social group" you are in, I believe that everyone finds their friends and a lot of them stay friends for life. Madeira helps you grow in more ways than one. They make you take responsibility for your actions, but also help you to grow and become stronger and smarter.
    Read 126 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 420 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Hudson High School

    • Hudson City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 274 reviews
    #13 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Parent: Highly competitive and excellent college prep high school. Sports are excellent with special recognition going to two time defending State Champion Boy's Cross Country team. Cross Country coaches are fantastic with sports and life lessons! Students are well prepared for college with many AP and college course opportunities while attending high school.
    Read 274 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,562 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. New Albany High School

    • New Albany-Plain Local School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 272 reviews
    #14 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Senior: The teachers and staff are absolutely amazing! The student body doesn't fall short either which made my 4 years here wonderful. I enjoyed most of my classes and the food was even great! I would love to see more freedom given to seniors seeing that they have been around longer and if trust has not been lost, deserve a bit more freedom like open lunch or opting out of study center periods. Other than that, New Albany has been a great high school and has definitely treated me well.
    Read 272 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,546 Students
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. Mariemont High School

    • Mariemont City Schools, OH
    • 9-12
    • 72 reviews
    #15 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Alum: Mariemont High School is a fantastic high school! Their academics are great and their academics really help students feel prepared for what college my look like. The administration also does a fantastic job making sure students feel safe and welcome! The teachers accommodate to students to make learning enjoyable and easier to understand. Overall, Mariemont High School is a great school for academics, college readiness, giving resources to students, and creating a safe and fun environment for students to make connections and memories!
    Read 72 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 517 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. Sycamore High School

    • Sycamore Community School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 235 reviews
    #16 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Junior: Sycamore High School prides itself on its diversity, and rightfully so. Differences are celebrated and cultures embraced. For example, just two weeks ago, the Jewish student union shared dances and delicacies with the entire school, along with clothing and music. Sycamore offers an open atmosphere where all are appreciated and cherished. The school district is also known for the span of opportunities available to the students, and how there is a place for everyone. Outside of school activities range from yoga club to a buffet eating club! Sport events can always count on the Ave Cave (cheer section) to support all teams till the very end. The most special characteristic is the students and their attitude towards school. Sycamore school district is a place filled with determined and wise students who will change the future for the better. Some of the brightest minds pass through these halls.
    Read 235 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,632 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Upper Arlington High School

    • Upper Arlington Schools, OH
    • 9-12
    • 188 reviews
    #17 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Junior: Upper Arlington is a great high school as that is strives for academic performance and dedication. It’s very resourceful and teachers are willing to help each student. Food is healthy and culturally enriching. Even though the students body’s isn’t as diverse, the school is very culturally with clubs and outside programs. My only real complaint is the construction of a new school as the old one is slowly crumbling. This limits parking temporarily but after the new school is built, parking won’t be an issue. Upper Arlington high school doesn’t do STEM which was upsetting for me at first (as I want to be an engineer) but the school offers many classes, clubs and outside programs that fulfill the track of an engineer. Without this school, I never thought I would be where I was now. My high school experience is amazing for me and others around me. As a junior, an athlete, an engineer, and a student, I can proudly say UA was the best experience I can ask for.
    Read 188 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,802 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. Orange High School

    • Orange City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 108 reviews
    #18 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Alum: I liked my years at OHS. I was very active in extracurricular activities. I was a Lionette (the drill and dance team), in French Club, a member of the Orange Thespians and Orange Arts Seminar, and Stage Crew. I found a true love for the sciences, especially Biology. In 10th grade, my biology teacher let me stay after school and do extra dissections. She made a real impact on my life and academic career. I think my decision to go into medicine has to do a lot with her.
    Read 108 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 712 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Olentangy High School

    • Olentangy Local School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 297 reviews
    #19 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Junior: I’m very thankful for the wonderful academics. It is an atmosphere where I felt like I could really push myself. The teaching staff and administration are wonderful. They are very patient and are hardworking individuals who want to see their students to develop and grow. They are extremely willing to go above and beyond to help any students who ask for assistance. The students there are also very welcoming. There are a lot of programs and sports teams for students to get involved in and helps expand peer relationships. One thing that I wish could change is the extremely competitive academic environment. Even though it has pushed me to become a better student, it can bring down self-confidence. I as well as other student can personally attest to that. Besides that detail, I’m extremely satisfied with my education thus far and I believe that Olentangy High School is pushing me down the right path to college!
    Read 297 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,835 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  24. Orange High School

    • Olentangy Local School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 158 reviews
    #20 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Senior: Olentangy Orange High School is a great school. Lots of opportunities for clubs, sports, and teachers seem to care about their students, both academically and personally. Go Neers!
    Read 158 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,903 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  25. Centerville High School

    • Centerville City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 359 reviews
    #21 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Alum: I loved going to Centerville High School! The teachers were really amazing and cared about you a lot. I had tons of opportunities to get involved and to gain quality experience for college. There were tons of opportunities to find people like you as well. I joined a Lacrosse team, Spanish club, Math Club, Yo-yo Club, Key Club and a couple others over my 4 years there. There was some issues with the levy passing and extras getting cut back but I still enjoyed it.
    Read 359 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,791 Students
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Oakwood High School

    • Oakwood City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 128 reviews
    #22 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Alum: As an alumni, I would say my overall experience at Oakwood was great. A majority of the teachers I had were engaging and enthusiastic about the material they were teaching. Some examples include, but are not limited to: Matt Deters, Brian Martin, Connie Abner, Brooks-Hedstrom, Amy Ostdiek, Fred Schmitz. These teachers go out of their way to help students-- whether it focuses on school material or just life advice in general. Some other teachers.. Not so much. Albeit, when applying to colleges, I felt that the guidance department didn't exactly give a damn about you unless you were "gifted" or in the running to become Salutatorian or Valedictorian. Kind of a shame average students get put on the back burner. Overall, the academics were challenging but engaging as well-- I've already applied some of the knowledge from my AP Comparative Government class in real life scenarios. Cool!
    Read 128 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 740 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Chagrin Falls High School

    • Chagrin Falls Exempted Village School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 171 reviews
    #23 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Junior: The teachers are great! They are very engaging with the students and have many opportunities for students to visit them if they have questions. The school has multiple facilities to help students with their classes. For example, the school has a Math Lab where students can see a mathematics teacher during a free period and receive math help. Also, there is a Writing Lab with upperclassmen who act as writing interns and assist not only highschoolers but younger kids too with their homework.
    Read 171 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 798 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Dayton Regional STEM School

    • Public School
    • Kettering, OH
    • 6-12
    • 117 reviews
    #24 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Junior: The Dayton Regional STEM School was a wonderful place for me to spend the majority of my educational career. The constant innovation, friendly environment, and excellent student involvement has made my time interesting and educational. New facilities, such as the Air Force Research Laboratory (which is in the school) and 3D printing areas show how dedicated the school is to STEM principles.
    Read 117 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 655 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Rocky River High School

    • Rocky River City School District, OH
    • 9-12
    • 168 reviews
    #25 Best Public High Schools in Ohio

    Senior: Rocky River High school has been overall a good experience for me. I definitely have been pushed to do my best in classes. I wish the school counselors were more approachable and knowledgeable. A lot of times I would go down to the counseling office and they wouldn't even be there! Besides that, my experience has been pretty okay.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 849 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy

    • Private School
    • Cuyahoga Falls, OH
    • 6-12
    • 208 reviews

    Senior: At Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy, I loved my experience. The teachers want you to succeed, and care about your walk with Christ. Academically rigorous, yet quite attainable, an education at CVCA is like none other. The environment created by the students is positive yet challenging. I'm thankful for my experience and I'll miss it next year!
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    • A
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    • 842 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Apex Academy

    • Public School
    • East Cleveland, OH
    • K-8
    • D+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 640 Students
    • 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Marburn Academy

    • Private School
    • New Albany, OH
    • 2-12
    • 6 reviews

    Freshman: I'm new to Marburn but I love it so much. I love my teachers as they're nice and accepting of me. kids can be openly gay or in the LGBTQ community and won't be singled out because of it. You are allowed to have an open opinion in the school about something. you have an hour-long study hall daily! My teachers work with me on things I have trouble with.
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    • 214 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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