LORAIN HIGH SCHOOL

Lorain High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Lorain City school district, located in Lorain, OH with about 2,001 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 104 teachers, Lorain High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Lorain High School, located at 2600 Ashland Ave in Lorain, Ohio, serves as the flagship secondary educational institution for the Lorain City School District. The school is known for its modern facility and commitment to providing a comprehensive academic experience. It offers a diverse curriculum that includes traditional college-preparatory coursework, career-technical education (CTE) programs, and various Advanced Placement (AP) opportunities, aiming to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Lorain High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through an extensive extracurricular program. The school supports a wide array of athletic teams, competitive arts programs, and various student-led clubs that encourage community involvement and leadership development. As the primary high school for the district, it serves as a central hub for the community, reflecting the cultural diversity of the Lorain area and striving to foster an inclusive environment that promotes academic success and personal growth for all its students.

For more information, contact Lorain High School at (440) 282-9191 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2600 Ashland Ave
Lorain, OH 44052-4450
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LORAIN HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lorain, OH with about 2,001 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Ohio

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Lorain City
Total Students:
2,001
Teachers:
104.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (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 2,001 students

Hispanic/Latino
38.6%
Black or African American
27.1%
White
23.8%
Two or more races
9.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Asian
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.0%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

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.