By 1808Delaware
Olentangy Local School District once again finds itself among Ohio’s strongest performers, with all four of its high schools recognized by U.S. News & World Report in the publication’s annual rankings of the nation’s best.
The rankings measure college readiness, test performance, and graduation rates. Out of more than 24,000 schools reviewed, each Olentangy high school landed in the top five percent both statewide and nationally.
Standout Performances
- Olentangy Liberty High School scored 97.64/100, placing second in central Ohio, 12th in Ohio, and 423rd nationally.
- Olentangy High School scored 97.08/100, ranking fourth in central Ohio, 16th in Ohio, and 523rd nationally.
- Olentangy Berlin High School earned 94.58/100, good for 10th in central Ohio, 34th in Ohio, and 970th nationally.
- Olentangy Orange High School scored 94.30/100, finishing 11th in central Ohio, 46th in Ohio, and 1,176th nationally.
All four schools rank among the top twelve in the central Ohio region and within the top 50 across the state.
District Leadership Responds
District Chief Academic Officer Dr. Michelle Blackley praised the recognition, noting the district’s ability to maintain strong results despite rapid growth.
“Olentangy Schools takes pride in the breadth of opportunities available to students, the personal achievements of our staff and students, and our unwavering commitment to academic excellence,” Blackley said. “Sustaining high academic rankings while experiencing exponential enrollment growth underscores our commitment.”
Superintendent Todd R. Meyer credited the district’s success to a strong foundation built in the early grades.
“The work begins in our elementary schools and continues through middle school, creating a strong foundation for success at all four of our high schools,” Meyer said. “State and national recognition affirms the dedication of our teachers and administrators to maximizing learning for every student and ensures that our graduates are well prepared for the future.”
How the Rankings Were Determined
The U.S. News review assessed 903 Ohio high schools. Six weighted factors determined placement: college readiness, math and reading proficiency, math and reading performance, underserved student performance, college curriculum breadth, and graduation rates.
For Olentangy, the results reinforce both consistency and ambition, positioning the district as one of central Ohio’s leaders in education.
