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Otsego Junior High

Middle School · Otsego Local

18505 Tontogany Creek Rd Ste 3, Bowling Green, OH 43402

Enrollment

361

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,961 of 3,441

In Bowling Green

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Otsego Local

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Otsego Junior High

6.1/10

Middle School in Bowling Green · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Otsego High School

4.5/10

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7.3/10

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About Otsego Junior High

Otsego Junior High is a public middle school in Bowling Green, OH, part of Otsego Local. Otsego Junior High serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Otsego Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,961 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Otsego Junior High show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Otsego Junior High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,004
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Otsego Junior High — Students at Otsego Junior High score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
48.7%
ELA
58.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Otsego Junior High Compares

See how Otsego Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in OH
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Location

18505 Tontogany Creek Rd Ste 3, Bowling Green, OH 43402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Otsego Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fallen Timbers Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Whitehouse), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hull Prairie Intermediate School (rated 8.5/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Perrysburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Anthony Wayne Junior High School (rated 7.4/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Whitehouse), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bowling Green, see our Bowling Green schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Otsego High School Bowling Green 0.0 mi 4.5
Otsego Elementary School Bowling Green 0.2 mi 7.3
Waterville Primary School Waterville 6.1 mi 9.0
Conneaut Elementary School Bowling Green 5.1 mi 7.1
Bowling Green Middle School Bowling Green 5.0 mi 6.5
Bowling Green High School Bowling Green 5.1 mi 6.3
DISCOVERY CENTER Waterville 6.9 mi
SLEEK ACADEMY Bowling Green 5.8 mi
Kenwood Elementary School Bowling Green 6.2 mi 7.0
ST ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY AND JR. HIGH SCH Bowling Green 6.1 mi 7.3
Bowling Green Preschool Bowling Green 6.0 mi 4.0
Fallen Timbers Middle School Whitehouse 7.7 mi 9.2
Anthony Wayne Junior High School Whitehouse 7.7 mi 7.4
Anthony Wayne High School Whitehouse 7.8 mi 6.4
Whitehouse Primary School Whitehouse 7.6 mi 9.1
Crim Elementary School Bowling Green 6.6 mi 6.3
Hull Prairie Intermediate School Perrysburg 7.7 mi 8.5
LIAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Whitehouse 8.3 mi 6.4
Perrysburg High School Perrysburg 8.2 mi 7.8
Monclova Elementary School Monclova 9.4 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,245

Median Home Value

$230,500

Median Rent

$875/mo

Population

31,538

College Educated

45.4%

Homeownership

45.2%

Avg Commute

19.1 min

Poverty Rate

24.7%

Median Age

29

Similar Schools

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Bethel-Tate Middle School Bethel, OH 6.1
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Eastern MS Winchester, OH 6.1
Lakewood Middle School Hebron, OH 6.1
Northridge Middle School Johnstown, OH 6.1
Northwest Middle School Mc Dermott, OH 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Otsego Junior High

What grades does Otsego Junior High serve?

Otsego Junior High serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Otsego Junior High?

Otsego Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Otsego Junior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Otsego Junior High is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Otsego Junior High rank in OH?

Otsego Junior High ranks #1,961 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Otsego Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Otsego Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Otsego Junior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Otsego Junior High has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Otsego Junior High a charter school?

No, Otsego Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Otsego Junior High a Title I school?

No, Otsego Junior High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Wood County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

Otsego Local
District Enrollment
1,679
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,004
District Rank
#2 of 3

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