Olentangy Liberty High School is a public comprehensive high school located in Powell, Ohio. The school was established in 2003 and is the second of four high schools in the Olentangy Local School District. Olentangy Liberty was rated "Excellent" on the 2013/2014 State of Ohio report card.
Serving 1,837 students in grades 9-12, Olentangy Liberty High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,837 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olentangy Liberty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Olentangy Liberty High School's student population of 1,837 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Olentangy Liberty High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olentangy Liberty High School is 0.44, 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
#90 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
73%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Papa Patriot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olentangy Liberty High School's ranking?
Olentangy Liberty High School is ranked #90 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Olentangy Liberty High School often compared to?
Olentangy Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olentangy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olentangy Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Olentangy Liberty High School is 98%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Olentangy Liberty High School?
1,837 students attend Olentangy Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Olentangy Liberty High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olentangy Liberty High School?
Olentangy Liberty High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olentangy Liberty High School offer ?
Olentangy Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olentangy Liberty High School part of?
Olentangy Liberty High School is part of Olentangy Local School District.
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