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 154 students in grades 5-8, Pandora-gilboa Middle School 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pandora-gilboa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Pandora-gilboa Middle School's student population of 154 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1951
Colors
Scarlet, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pandora-gilboa Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pandora-gilboa Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#574 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
98%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rocket Man
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pandora-gilboa Middle School's ranking?
Pandora-gilboa Middle School is ranked #574 out of 3,181 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pandora-gilboa Middle School?
154 students attend Pandora-gilboa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Pandora-gilboa Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pandora-gilboa Middle School?
Pandora-gilboa Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pandora-gilboa Middle School offer ?
Pandora-gilboa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pandora-gilboa Middle School part of?
Pandora-gilboa Middle School is part of Pandora-Gilboa Local School District.
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