GALION HIGH SCHOOL

Galion High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Galion City school district, located in Galion, OH with about 396 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, Galion High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Galion High School, located at 472 Portland Way N in Galion, Ohio, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Galion City School District. As a pillar of the local community, the school is committed to fostering academic growth, personal development, and career readiness for students in grades 9 through 12. The campus provides a comprehensive curriculum that balances traditional core subjects with elective opportunities, aiming to prepare students for various post-secondary pathways, including higher education, vocational training, and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Galion High School places a significant emphasis on student engagement through a wide array of extracurricular activities, including varsity athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs. The school culture is deeply rooted in community pride, often characterized by its "Tiger" spirit, which encourages students to participate actively in both school-sanctioned events and local community initiatives. By focusing on both academic achievement and character building, the institution strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to make meaningful contributions to their community and beyond.

For more information, contact Galion High School at (419) 468-6500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

472 Portland Way N
Galion, OH 44833-1115
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GALION HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Galion, OH with about 396 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Ohio

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Galion City
Total Students:
396
Teachers:
19.62
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 396 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GALION HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.

White
94.4%
Two or more races
2.5%
Black or African American
1.5%
Hispanic/Latino
1.3%
Asian
0.3%

Female
49.0%
Male
51.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.