Pandora-Gilboa High School is a state technology prototype public high school centered in Pandora, Ohio. It is the only high school and school in the Pandora-Gilboa Local School district. The district serves students from Pandora, Gilboa, and parts of Riley, Blanchard, and Pleasant townships in Putnam County.
Serving 183 students in grades 9-12, Pandora-gilboa High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pandora-Gilboa High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Pandora, OH, encompassing approximately 67.9 square miles. Most areas within the zone are about a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pandora-gilboa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pandora-gilboa High School's student population of 183 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pandora-gilboa 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 Pandora-gilboa High School is 0.15, 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
#921 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
65%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Scarlet, Silver
School Mascot
Rocket Man
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pandora-gilboa High School's ranking?
Pandora-gilboa High School is ranked #921 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pandora-gilboa High School?
The graduation rate of Pandora-gilboa High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Pandora-gilboa High School?
183 students attend Pandora-gilboa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pandora-gilboa High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pandora-gilboa High School?
Pandora-gilboa High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pandora-gilboa High School offer ?
Pandora-gilboa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pandora-gilboa High School part of?
Pandora-gilboa High School is part of Pandora-Gilboa Local School District.
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