Serving 224 students in grades 6-12, Istem ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Istem ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Istem's student population of 224 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Istem ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Istem is 0.36, 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
#401 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
79%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Istem's ranking?
Istem is ranked #401 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Istem often compared to?
Istemis often viewed alongside schools like Kirtland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Istem?
The graduation rate of Istem is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Istem?
224 students attend Istem.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Istem students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Istem?
Istem has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Istem offer ?
Istem offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Istem part of?
Istem is part of ISTEM School District.
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