Whetstone High School

Whetstone High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4405 Scenic Dr,  Columbus, OH
Columbus City School District
3.6
3.7
960 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Janet Routzong
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1140
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
23%
Reading Proficiency
42%
Average GPA
3.37
Graduation Rate
76%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C+
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.37
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
23%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
51
Full Time Teachers
51
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1140
Math
560
Verbal
570
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
33.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
312:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.5%
Female
47.5%
White
41.8%
Black
27.6%
Hispanic
19.7%
Two or more races
8.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.4%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
The Ohio State University 207 Students
Ohio University 144 Students
University of Cincinnati 98 Students
Columbus State Community College 94 Students
Otterbein University 78 Students
Bowling Green State University 56 Students
Kent State University 45 Students
Cleveland State University 43 Students
The University of Akron 40 Students
Capital University 40 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 35 Students
Psychology 32 Students
Nursing 31 Students
Biology 26 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 20 Students
Computer Science 17 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 15 Students
Political Science and Government 12 Students
Early Childhood Education 12 Students
Film and Video Studies 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 140 Reviews
4.0 Senior
1/31/2025
The best part of my high school experience would have to be the performing arts program. The worst part of my high school experience would be the bathrooms not all being unlocked and being forced to wait in a long line every day.
4.0 Senior
1/15/2025
I have overall really enjoyed the four years I have spent at Whetstone High School. I feel that I have been prepared for college.
3.0 Senior
8/12/2024
Whetstone offered CCP courses and a few AP classes which was great. However, I would've liked more AP options and guidance prepping for the SAT and ACT. The facilities also need a lot of work and Whetstone would have a better community feel if there were more clubs and extracurricular opportunities. Lastly, the teachers were really supportive and good overall.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 7 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/27/2020
This school has involved parents and families and a great mix of kids from all different backgrounds. There are plenty of opportunities for kids interested in performing arts and sports, plus AP and college credited courses. The building is in a safe neighborhood next to Whetstone Park.
4.0 parent
6/21/2020
My daughter attended Whetstone High School freshman through senior years. It is one of the best Columbus City schools. Principal & teachers/staff were very good. We were pleased with the academics & college courses offered. She achieved excellent grades & was in the National Honor Society. No teen p...
5.0 student
12/15/2016
Its pretty great I'd say. Some people would disagree but whatever...
5.0 parent
5/27/2015
My freshman son loves Whetstone. He was a shy boy but this school brought out the best in him. He was one of the 2014-2015 Academic Hall of Fame awardees. Received an Academic Varsity Letter and Certificate of Honor. He said there are not so good students ( what school has no? ) too but it really de...

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Whetstone High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Columbus, OH and is served by the Columbus City School District in Ohio. The school has a total enrollment of 960 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 23% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. Whetstone High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.37, the graduation rate is 76%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1140 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $457,808. Discover additional schools in the area, like Centennial High School, Thomas Worthington High School, Columbus North International School, and more. Learn more about what Columbus has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Whetstone High School.

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