Carlisle High School is a public high school in Carlisle, Ohio and is a part of the Carlisle Local Schools.
Serving 252 students in grades 7-8, Carlisle Junior High School ranks in the top 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 57% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlisle Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Carlisle Junior High School's student population of 252 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1815
Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Rankings
Carlisle Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlisle Junior High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1421 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
66%
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
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlisle Junior High School's ranking?
Carlisle Junior High School is ranked #1421 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Carlisle Junior High School?
252 students attend Carlisle Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Carlisle Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlisle Junior High School?
Carlisle Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carlisle Junior High School offer ?
Carlisle Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlisle Junior High School part of?
Carlisle Junior High School is part of Carlisle Local School District.
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