Mentor High School is a public high school located in Mentor, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Mentor Exempted Village School District. At one time, it was the largest high school in Ohio based on single building enrollment.
Serving 2,318 students in grades 9-12, Mentor 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 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mentor High School's student population of 2,318 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Rankings
Mentor High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mentor High School is 0.32, 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
#1226 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Fighting Cardinal
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mentor High School's ranking?
Mentor High School is ranked #1226 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mentor High School often compared to?
Mentor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Jr/sr High School, North High School, South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mentor High School?
The graduation rate of Mentor High School is 94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Mentor High School?
2,318 students attend Mentor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mentor High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mentor High School?
Mentor High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mentor High School offer ?
Mentor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mentor High School part of?
Mentor High School is part of Mentor Exempted Village School District.
School Reviews
5 3/20/2020
Mentor high is an amazing school, they provide so many class, and fun times, it is the perfect school for everyone.
5 10/5/2018
Great school with a lot of activities. Mentor is a working class town not a uppity rich area.
5 8/2/2017
Proud alumni & glad to have my children soon to attend. There are SO many resources and opportunities for students.
2 2/24/2015
There are many pros and cons with regards to this school. There has been a past bullying issue that may or may not be continuing. However the school does afford textbooks for all of their students and have extracurricular activities. It's a matter of what options you have available to you. In a perfect world though, I would choose a different school system for my child. When I was a student, most bullying was towards those of lower socioeconomic classes, ethnic minorities, and sexual minorities. Also those who suffered abuse, physical disability, or mental impairment. As I said, the school has good resources, but a bad atmosphere.
5 10/16/2014
By far one of the best schools in the area, if not the state. Do not listen to other reviews.
2 5/30/2011
Teachers are good and helpful, but climate there is hostile among students. Many of these bored, upper-middle class kids don't have much to do but get into junk and think of ways to be unkind to each other.
2 1/25/2011
There are a lot of harsh people at this school.
They need to have that one program, If You Really Knew Me to step in.
2 10/11/2010
UNLESS i WANT SOMEONE TO BE BULLIED TO DEATH, I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS SCHOOL. SHAME ON YOU! HAVE YOU NO CONSCIENCE?
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