Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Junction City Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junction City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Junction City Elementary School's student population of 422 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Junction City Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junction City Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#464 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
97%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junction City Elementary School's ranking?
Junction City Elementary School is ranked #464 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Junction City Elementary School often compared to?
Junction City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crooksville Elementary School, New Lexington Elementary School, Glenford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Junction City Elementary School?
422 students attend Junction City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Junction City Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junction City Elementary School?
Junction City Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Junction City Elementary School offer ?
Junction City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Junction City Elementary School part of?
Junction City Elementary School is part of New Lexington School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
I go to JCE and its on of the best! I love it here when I first came to the school I didn't know anyone,but know I''m friends with everyone and everyone is so nice! The teachers are so nice. I''ve been to a lot of schools but...JCE is my favorite! I''ll miss it next year when I''m in middle school
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