Serving 429 students in grades 6-8, Philo Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philo Junior High School's student population of 429 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philo 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 Philo Junior High School is 0.10, 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
#1711 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Philo Junior High School's ranking?
Philo Junior High School is ranked #1711 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Philo Junior High School often compared to?
Philo Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duncan Falls Elementary School, Philo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Philo Junior High School?
429 students attend Philo Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Philo Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philo Junior High School?
Philo Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Philo Junior High School offer ?
Philo Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Philo Junior High School part of?
Philo Junior High School is part of Franklin Local School District.
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