Buckeye Local High School is a public high school in Connorville, Ohio, United States, near Rayland. It is the only secondary school in the Buckeye Local School District.
Serving 299 students in grades 6-8, Buckeye Local 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 46% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buckeye Local Junior High School's student population of 299 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Buckeye Local Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckeye Local Junior High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1726 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Johnny Thugs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckeye Local Junior High School's ranking?
Buckeye Local Junior High School is ranked #1726 out of 3,181 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Buckeye Local Junior High School?
299 students attend Buckeye Local Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Buckeye Local Junior High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckeye Local Junior High School?
Buckeye Local Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buckeye Local Junior High School offer ?
Buckeye Local Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckeye Local Junior High School part of?
Buckeye Local Junior High School is part of Buckeye Local School District.
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