Chardon High School, is a public high school in Chardon, Ohio, United States, serving students in grades 8–12. The school is part of the Chardon Local School District, with admission based primarily on the location of students' homes.
Serving 1,097 students in grades 8-12, Chardon High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher 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 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,097 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chardon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chardon High School's student population of 1,097 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,097 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1908
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Rankings
Chardon High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chardon High School is 0.13, 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
#564 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chardon High School's ranking?
Chardon High School is ranked #564 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chardon High School often compared to?
Chardon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkshire High School, West Geauga High School, Kenston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% 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 Chardon High School?
The graduation rate of Chardon High School is 96%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Chardon High School?
1,097 students attend Chardon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Chardon High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chardon High School?
Chardon High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chardon High School offer ?
Chardon High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chardon High School part of?
Chardon High School is part of Chardon Local School District.
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