Serving 246 students in grades 6-8, Nelsonville-york 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 28% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelsonville-york Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Nelsonville-york Junior High School's student population of 246 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Nelsonville-york 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 Nelsonville-york Junior High School is 0.15, 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
#2563 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelsonville-york Junior High School's ranking?
Nelsonville-york Junior High School is ranked #2563 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Nelsonville-york Junior High School?
246 students attend Nelsonville-york Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Nelsonville-york Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelsonville-york Junior High School?
Nelsonville-york Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nelsonville-york Junior High School offer ?
Nelsonville-york Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nelsonville-york Junior High School part of?
Nelsonville-york Junior High School is part of Nelsonville-York City School District.
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