Serving 166 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 ranks in the top 50% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8's student population of 166 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Create a climate in which every student learns.
School Mascot
Spartans
School Rankings
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 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 Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 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
#1224 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
41%
17%
White
29%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8's ranking?
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 is ranked #1224 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8?
166 students attend Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 students are Black, 29% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8?
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 offer ?
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 part of?
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 is part of Lima City School District.
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