JONATHAN ALDER HIGH SCHOOL
Jonathan Alder High School is a public high school that is part of the Jonathan Alder Local school district, located in Plain City, OH with about 678 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 27 teachers, Jonathan Alder High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.
Jonathan Alder High School, located in Plain City, Ohio, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Jonathan Alder Local School District. Nestled in a rural-to-suburban setting, the school is known for fostering a close-knit community atmosphere while maintaining a strong commitment to academic rigor and student development. It serves students in grades 9 through 12, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, vocational training through partnerships with career centers, and a wide array of elective options designed to prepare students for both college and the workforce.
Beyond the classroom, Jonathan Alder High School places a significant emphasis on extracurricular engagement, boasting competitive athletic programs, robust performing arts departments, and various student-led clubs. The school culture is deeply rooted in local traditions and school spirit, often acting as a central hub for the surrounding community. By balancing traditional educational values with modern initiatives, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute effectively to their communities after high school.
For more information, contact Jonathan Alder High School at (614) 873-4642 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Plain City, OH 43064
(614) 873-4642
JONATHAN ALDER HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Plain City, OH with about 678 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Ohio
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Jonathan Alder Local
- Total Students:
- 678
- Teachers:
- 27.8
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 678 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending JONATHAN ALDER HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 96% of the student body.
- White
- 96.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.7%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- Female
- 47.9%
- Male
- 52.1%
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.