Below Average
#2800 of 3,441 schools in OH
Piqua Junior High School
Middle School · Piqua City
1 Tomahawk Trl, Piqua, OH 45356
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,800 of 3,441
In Piqua
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Piqua City
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About Piqua Junior High School
Piqua Junior High School is a public middle school in Piqua, OH, part of Piqua City. Piqua Junior High School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Piqua Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,800 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Piqua Junior High School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Piqua Junior High School 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.
40% of students at Piqua Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Piqua Junior High School — Students at Piqua Junior High School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.4/10.
How Piqua Junior High School Compares
See how Piqua Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 Tomahawk Trl, Piqua, OH 45356
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Piqua Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Miami East Junior High School (rated 8.5/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Casstown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Troy Junior High School (rated 6.4/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Troy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Piqua Central Intermediate School (rated 6.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Piqua, see our Piqua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Piqua High School Piqua | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Upper Valley Career Center Piqua | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Springcreek Primary Elementary School Piqua | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| NICHOLAS SCHOOL Piqua | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| PIQUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Piqua | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Piqua Central Intermediate School Piqua | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Washington Primary Elementary School Piqua | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
| PIQUA SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Piqua | 4.0 mi | — |
| Hook Elementary School Troy | 7.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Troy Junior High School Troy | 7.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Miami East Elementary Casstown | 7.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Miami East Junior High School Casstown | 7.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Sidney Middle School Sidney | 8.0 mi | 5.6 |
| THE MIAMI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Troy | 8.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Miami East High School Casstown | 7.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Troy High School Troy | 8.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Cookson Elementary School Troy | 8.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Sidney High School Sidney | 8.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Jacket Virtual Academy Sidney | 8.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Emerson Primary School Sidney | 8.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,134
Median Home Value
$144,500
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
25,155
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Champion Middle School Columbus, OH | 4.7 |
| Circleville Middle School Circleville, OH | 4.7 |
| Colerain Middle School Cincinnati, OH | 4.7 |
| Groveport Madison Middle School Central Groveport, OH | 4.7 |
| Huntington Middle School Chillicothe, OH | 4.7 |
| Ridgeview Middle School Columbus, OH | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Piqua Junior High School
What grades does Piqua Junior High School serve?
Piqua Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Piqua Junior High School?
Piqua Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Piqua Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Piqua Junior High School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Piqua Junior High School rank in OH?
Piqua Junior High School ranks #2,800 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Piqua Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Piqua Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Piqua Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Piqua Junior High School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Piqua Junior High School a charter school?
No, Piqua Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Piqua Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Piqua Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piqua Junior High School?
67.4% of students at Piqua Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Miami County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (937) 778-2997
Resources & Links
District
Piqua City- District Enrollment
- 3,111
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,778
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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