Serving 387 students in grades 6-8, Urbana 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 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Urbana Junior High School's student population of 387 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Urbana City Schools are dedicated to excellence in education for the vitality and growth of our community.
School Rankings
Urbana 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 Urbana Junior High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2251 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
83%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urbana Junior High School's ranking?
Urbana Junior High School is ranked #2251 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Urbana Junior High School?
387 students attend Urbana Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Urbana Junior High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urbana Junior High School?
Urbana Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Urbana Junior High School offer ?
Urbana Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Urbana Junior High School part of?
Urbana Junior High School is part of Urbana City School District.
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