Utica Sr. High School is a public high school in Utica, Ohio. The North Fork School District, named so because Utica, Ohio, is located on the North Fork of the Licking River, covers southern Knox County and Northern Licking County.
Serving 430 students in grades 9-12, Utica 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Utica High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Utica High School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Redskin
School Rankings
Utica High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Utica High School is 0.06, 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
#2238 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
97%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Redskin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Utica High School's ranking?
Utica High School is ranked #2238 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Utica High School often compared to?
Utica High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heath High School, Granville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Utica High School?
The graduation rate of Utica High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Utica High School?
430 students attend Utica High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Utica High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Utica High School?
Utica High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Utica High School offer ?
Utica High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Utica High School part of?
Utica High School is part of North Fork Local School District.
School Reviews
5 9/8/2023
I put 4 kids through there. Crystal, Tiffany, Shawn, Cody. Best thing I ever did. So proud of them and the school. They all have professional jobs in this world and have Utica to thank for that.
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