Bellefontaine High School is a public high school in Bellefontaine, Ohio, United States. It is part of the Bellefontaine City Schools district. They are members of the Central Buckeye Conference and were formerly members of the Western Buckeye League.
Serving 655 students in grades 9-12, Bellefontaine 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellefontaine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bellefontaine High School's student population of 655 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Bellefontaine 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 Bellefontaine High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1557 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
79%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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: Chieftain
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellefontaine High School's ranking?
Bellefontaine High School is ranked #1557 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bellefontaine High School often compared to?
Bellefontaine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Logan High School, Indian Lake High School, Kenton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bellefontaine High School?
The graduation rate of Bellefontaine High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bellefontaine High School?
655 students attend Bellefontaine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Bellefontaine High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bellefontaine High School?
Bellefontaine High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bellefontaine High School offer ?
Bellefontaine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellefontaine High School part of?
Bellefontaine High School is part of Bellefontaine City School District.
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