Serving 679 students in grades 7-8, Lakota Ridge Junior 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 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakota Ridge Junior School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lakota Ridge Junior School's student population of 679 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakota Ridge Junior 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 Lakota Ridge Junior School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1218 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
16%
7%
Black
19%
17%
White
54%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakota Ridge Junior School's ranking?
Lakota Ridge Junior School is ranked #1218 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lakota Ridge Junior School?
679 students attend Lakota Ridge Junior School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lakota Ridge Junior School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakota Ridge Junior School?
Lakota Ridge Junior School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakota Ridge Junior School offer ?
Lakota Ridge Junior School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lakota Ridge Junior School part of?
Lakota Ridge Junior School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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