Oak Harbor High School

11661 West State Route 163

School District

Benton Carroll Salem Local
Grade

7-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:16
Type

public

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Submitted by parent on November 17, 2022

Currently, my child is doing well and is getting the support needed this year academically and emotionally. However, some of the teachers we have encountered in previous years have been less than impressive and made my child dislike going to school. There are several that are downright disrespectful to students and parents, even at the elementary and middle school levels. Unfortunately, it is not surprising because the principal of the high school talks down to students, parents and even teachers.In regard to athletics, the girls youth sports programs are terrible. Under developed, poorly coached and under funded… And the development doesn’t get much better in middle or high school from what we have witnessed. If your daughter is interested in sports look into non-school affiliated club or travel. She will get better development and coaching all around. Definitely commend the boys basketball program though. Their coaches run a great youth boys program all the way through high school and we think boys baseball and wrestling are pretty good too.As others have already stated, there is an issue with racism… small town mentality at its finest (sarcasm). I blame parents for that but unfortunately, it is definitely present in the schools.Another small town problem is favoritism of certain family names. If you’re of a certain family or group, your kids definitely receive preferential treatment. It’s to a point where it’s noticeable and felt throughout every school/grade level. You could try to bring legitimate concerns and/or complaints up with leadership but good luck with getting very far. As soon as you voice a legitimate issue or concern, it’s as if you are branded with a scarlet letter across your chest. The principal of the high school will talk down to you like you’re ignorant instead of trying to have a constructive and open conversation. And moving forward, any future concerns you have, you’re treated differently. This is the experience of many parents and even some teachers I have discussed this with.-Overall, academics are solid. Expect a pretty heavy load of homework to go along with it-Needs better youth programs for girls (and some varsity programs too)-Expect racism-Expect certain students and parents to receive preferential treatment-Expect some small town mentality barriers-There are several teachers and leaders who need to either retire or take a few emotional intelligence and communication continuing education courses ASAP.
Submitted by other on October 19, 2022

I’ve went to this school since day one. For the 13 years Ive experience great and bad things. The middle has a severe problem of bullying, the high school is very much biased, and the principal runs it like a dictatorship. I don’t recommend this school to anyone who isn’t white. The town is racist and so is the school. There’s a reason why the majority is white… the academics are amazing and the opportunities you get are as well. Again don’t come here if you’re not white or in sports. YOU WONT FIT IN
Submitted by student on November 03, 2020

school is really bad i mean i go here
Submitted by other on August 13, 2016

I am an alumni of OHHS Class of 2000 and moved there from Toledo in eighth grade. The education was far superior to anything else I had experienced, the schools very nice, great teachers and a respectful student body as well. If it weren't so far from the city I'd be raising my kids there too!