Serving 132 students in grades 7-8, Covington Junior High School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Covington Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Covington Junior High School's student population of 132 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Covington Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Covington Junior High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1587 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Covington Junior High School's ranking?
Covington Junior High School is ranked #1587 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Covington Junior High School?
132 students attend Covington Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Covington Junior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Covington Junior High School?
Covington Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Covington Junior High School offer ?
Covington Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Covington Junior High School part of?
Covington Junior High School is part of Covington Exempted Village School District.
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