Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8's student population of 193 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#622 out of 3137 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
37%
17%
White
36%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8's ranking?
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 is ranked #622 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8?
193 students attend Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 students are Black, 36% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8?
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 offer ?
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 part of?
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 is part of Lima City School District.
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