Serving 109 students in grades 7-8, Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School's student population of 109 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
109 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Academics. Attendance. Attitude.
School Rankings
Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School is 0.20, 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
#2139 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
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 Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School's ranking?
Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School is ranked #2139 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School?
109 students attend Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School offer ?
Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School part of?
Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School is part of Ripley-Union-Lewis-Huntington Local School District.
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