Serving 375 students in grades 6-8, Otsego 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 52% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Otsego Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bowling Green, OH, encompassing approximately 102.2 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Otsego Junior High School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
16 acres
School Rankings
Otsego 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 Otsego Junior High School is 0.17, 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
#1755 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. 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)19.7%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otsego Junior High School's ranking?
Otsego Junior High School is ranked #1755 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Otsego Junior High School?
375 students attend Otsego Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Otsego Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otsego Junior High School?
Otsego Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Otsego Junior High School offer ?
Otsego Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Otsego Junior High School part of?
Otsego Junior High School is part of Otsego Local School District.
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