Serving 693 students in grades 6-8, General Sherman 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 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: General Sherman Junior High School serves the west part of Lancaster, OH, covering an area of approximately 24.7 square miles, with typical drive times of 10 to 12 minutes and an average distance of 3.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which can extend up to 6.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
General Sherman Junior High School's student population of 693 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Average Class Size
21 students
School Rankings
General Sherman 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 General Sherman Junior High School is 0.25, 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
#1958 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
86%
65%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringCross Country
FootballSoftball
Track and FieldVolley Ball
Wrestling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is General Sherman Junior High School's ranking?
General Sherman Junior High School is ranked #1958 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are General Sherman Junior High School often compared to?
General Sherman Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Ewing Junior High School, Pickerington Lakeview Junior 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 54% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend General Sherman Junior High School?
693 students attend General Sherman Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of General Sherman Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of General Sherman Junior High School?
General Sherman Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does General Sherman Junior High School offer ?
General Sherman Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is General Sherman Junior High School part of?
General Sherman Junior High School is part of Lancaster City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has intelligent children and wonderful teacher. The extracurricular activities are wonderful and absoloutly have an A+ average.
1 10/10/2025
it is good.
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