Serving 735 students in grades 7-8, Lakota Plains Junior School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakota Plains Junior School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lakota Plains Junior School's student population of 735 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Lakota Plains Junior School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakota Plains Junior School is 0.65, 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
#823 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
14%
17%
White
55%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Lakota Plains Junior School's ranking?
Lakota Plains Junior School is ranked #823 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lakota Plains Junior School often compared to?
Lakota Plains Junior Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monroe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lakota Plains Junior School?
735 students attend Lakota Plains Junior School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lakota Plains Junior School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakota Plains Junior School?
Lakota Plains Junior School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakota Plains Junior School offer ?
Lakota Plains Junior School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakota Plains Junior School part of?
Lakota Plains Junior School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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