North Central High School is a public high school in Pioneer, Ohio. It is the only high school in the North Central Local Schools district. Their nickname is the Eagles. They are members of the Buckeye Border Conference.
Serving 208 students in grades 7-12, North Central 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Central Junior/High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Pioneer, OH, encompassing approximately 77.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Central Junior/high School's student population of 208 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 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 Calendar
School Rankings
North Central 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 North Central Junior/high School is 0.23, 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
#2045 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red/Black/White
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Central Junior/high School's ranking?
North Central Junior/high School is ranked #2045 out of 3,181 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Central Junior/high School?
The graduation rate of North Central Junior/high School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend North Central Junior/high School?
208 students attend North Central Junior/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of North Central Junior/high School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Central Junior/high School?
North Central Junior/high School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Central Junior/high School offer ?
North Central Junior/high School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Central Junior/high School part of?
North Central Junior/high School is part of North Central Local School District.
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