Defiance High School

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Defiance High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1755 Palmer Dr,  Defiance, OH
Defiance City School District
3.6
3.2
697 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Robert Morton
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
69%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
69%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
45
Full Time Teachers
45
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
600
Verbal
620
Average ACT
23
Math
23
English
23
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
19%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
231:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.1%
Female
48.9%
White
64%
Hispanic
26.2%
Black
6.1%
Two or more races
3.2%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
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 124 Students
Bowling Green State University 114 Students
University of Toledo 89 Students
University of Cincinnati 64 Students
Ohio University 61 Students
Northwest State Community College 58 Students
Miami University 47 Students
Michigan State University 43 Students
University of Findlay 35 Students
University of Dayton 33 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 41 Students
Business 29 Students
Psychology 27 Students
Biology 18 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 16 Students
Marketing 14 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 14 Students
Accounting 13 Students
Education 13 Students
Early Childhood Education 11 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 201 Reviews
3.0 Junior
3/12/2024
It is ok, not the best teachers in some subjects however. Food sucks. Sports are to much of the focus.
4.0 Alum
6/1/2022
Defiance High School is a very spirited school with tons of opportunities. However if you choose to go to Four County, a vocational, career school, you become left out of all the fun activities. It is a great place to spend your high school career to have the best opportunity for the future.
3.0 Senior
1/4/2021
This school is ok. I prefer my old school over this one though. I didn't feel welcome when I moved here at all.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 4 Reviews
3.0 parent
3/30/2014
I am a DHS alumni and I have 2 children enrolled here. As a former student I was often overlooked by staff and students alike. In Defiance if your parents aren't rich or work at GM you are a nobody and not worth knowing! If you are looking for a diverse and accepted learning environment for your kid...
5.0 other
9/16/2013
On September 12, 2013 we stopped by the Van Wert, Ohio McDonalds. As we pulled in we noticed the Defiance school bus in the lot. Upon entering the building with our two grandchildren, we saw a large party of Defiance girls in line to order. At that point, one of the girls said why don't you go ahead...
4.0 parent
4/17/2010
We just recently moved here. We come from a previous school of high excellence, however, my freshman son is challenged here as well. They have a wonderful guidance counselor and staff.
1.0 student
12/20/2006

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Defiance High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Defiance, OH, in the Defiance neighborhood, and is served by the Defiance City School District in Ohio. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 697 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 69% are proficient in reading. Defiance High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1230 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $189,174. Discover additional schools in the area, like Defiance Middle School, Holy Cross Catholic School, St. John Lutheran School, and more. Learn more about what Defiance has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Defiance High School.

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