Chaney High School is a public high school in Youngstown, Ohio, United States. It is one of four secondary schools in the Youngstown City School District. Athletic teams compete as the Chaney Cowboys and Cowgirls in the Ohio High School Athletic Association.
Serving 576 students in grades 9-12, Chaney High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chaney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Chaney High School's student population of 576 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Colors
Grey, Red
School Rankings
Chaney High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chaney High School is 0.57, which is more 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
#3137 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
62%
17%
White
12%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
6%
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 Chaney High School's ranking?
Chaney High School is ranked #3137 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chaney High School often compared to?
Chaney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fitch High School, Boardman High School, Canfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chaney High School?
The graduation rate of Chaney High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Chaney High School?
576 students attend Chaney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Chaney High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaney High School?
Chaney High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chaney High School offer ?
Chaney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chaney High School part of?
Chaney High School is part of Youngstown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Chaney High School located?
Chaney High School is located in the Schenley neighborhood of Youngstown, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Schenley.
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