Serving 108 students in grades 7-8, Mathews Junior High School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mathews Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mathews Junior High School's student population of 108 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mathews Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mathews Junior High School is 0.10, which is less 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
#1721 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mathews Junior High School's ranking?
Mathews Junior High School is ranked #1721 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mathews Junior High School?
108 students attend Mathews Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mathews Junior High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mathews Junior High School?
Mathews Junior High School has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mathews Junior High School offer ?
Mathews Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Mathews Junior High School part of?
Mathews Junior High School is part of Mathews Local School District.
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