Pandora-Gilboa High School is a state technology prototype public high school centered in Pandora, Ohio. It is the only high school and school in the Pandora-Gilboa Local School district. The district serves students from Pandora, Gilboa, and parts of Riley, Blanchard, and Pleasant townships in Putnam County.
Serving 178 students in grades 9-12, Pandora-gilboa High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pandora-gilboa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Pandora-gilboa High School's student population of 178 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1951
Colors
Scarlet, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pandora-gilboa High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pandora-gilboa High School is 0.15, 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
#921 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rocket Man
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pandora-gilboa High School's ranking?
Pandora-gilboa High School is ranked #921 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pandora-gilboa High School?
The graduation rate of Pandora-gilboa High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Pandora-gilboa High School?
178 students attend Pandora-gilboa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pandora-gilboa High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pandora-gilboa High School?
Pandora-gilboa High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pandora-gilboa High School offer ?
Pandora-gilboa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pandora-gilboa High School part of?
Pandora-gilboa High School is part of Pandora-Gilboa Local School District.
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