Serving 460 students in grades 7-8, Piqua 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 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Piqua Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Piqua, OH, covering approximately 51.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 6.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piqua Junior High School's student population of 460 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Piqua 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 Piqua Junior High School is 0.33, 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
#2190 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piqua Junior High School's ranking?
Piqua Junior High School is ranked #2190 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Piqua Junior High School?
460 students attend Piqua Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Piqua Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piqua Junior High School?
Piqua Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Piqua Junior High School offer ?
Piqua Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piqua Junior High School part of?
Piqua Junior High School is part of Piqua City School District.
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