Serving 678 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Ewing 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 44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Ewing Junior High School's student population of 678 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas Ewing Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Ewing Junior High School is 0.27, 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
#2167 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
85%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Thomas Ewing Junior High School's ranking?
Thomas Ewing Junior High School is ranked #2167 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Thomas Ewing Junior High School often compared to?
Thomas Ewing Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like General Sherman Junior High School, Pickerington Lakeview Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Thomas Ewing Junior High School?
678 students attend Thomas Ewing Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Thomas Ewing Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Ewing Junior High School?
Thomas Ewing Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thomas Ewing Junior High School offer ?
Thomas Ewing Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Ewing Junior High School part of?
Thomas Ewing Junior High School is part of Lancaster City School District.
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