Serving 685 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 55% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55% (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 685 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Mascot
Firebirds
School Rankings
Lakota Ridge Junior School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakota Ridge Junior School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1377 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
54%
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
7%
3%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
21%
17%
White
47%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Firebirds
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakota Ridge Junior School's ranking?
Lakota Ridge Junior School is ranked #1377 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lakota Ridge Junior School often compared to?
Lakota Ridge Junior Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakota Plains Junior School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
685 students attend Lakota Ridge Junior School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lakota Ridge Junior School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 (No virtual instruction).
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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