Serving 382 students in grades 7-8, Jonathan Alder Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jonathan Alder Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Plain City, OH, encompassing approximately 108.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jonathan Alder Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jonathan Alder Junior High School's student population of 382 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jonathan Alder Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonathan Alder Junior High School is 0.31, 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
#672 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonathan Alder Junior High School's ranking?
Jonathan Alder Junior High School is ranked #672 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Jonathan Alder Junior High School often compared to?
Jonathan Alder Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like London Middle School, Madison-plains Junior High School, West Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Jonathan Alder Junior High School?
382 students attend Jonathan Alder Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Jonathan Alder Junior High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jonathan Alder Junior High School?
Jonathan Alder Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jonathan Alder Junior High School offer ?
Jonathan Alder Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonathan Alder Junior High School part of?
Jonathan Alder Junior High School is part of Jonathan Alder Local School District.
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