Serving 522 students in grades 7-8, Piqua Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piqua Junior High School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Piqua Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piqua Junior High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1998 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
4%
17%
White
81%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piqua Junior High School's ranking?
Piqua Junior High School is ranked #1998 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Piqua Junior High School?
522 students attend Piqua Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Piqua Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piqua Junior High School?
Piqua Junior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Piqua Junior High School offer ?
Piqua Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Piqua Junior High School part of?
Piqua Junior High School is part of Piqua City School District.
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