Lorain Preparatory High School serves 119 students in grades 9-11.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-11
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lorain Preparatory High School's student population of 119 students has grown by 95% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lorain Preparatory High School is 0.68, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
43%
8%
Black
32%
17%
White
19%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
37%
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
How many students attend Lorain Preparatory High School?
119 students attend Lorain Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lorain Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lorain Preparatory High School?
Lorain Preparatory High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lorain Preparatory High School offer ?
Lorain Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Lorain Preparatory High School part of?
Lorain Preparatory High School is part of Lorain Preparatory High School District.
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