Below Average
#2859 of 3,441 schools in OH
Urbana Junior High School
Middle School · Urbana City
1673 S Us Highway 68, Urbana, OH 43078
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,859 of 3,441
In Urbana
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Urbana City
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Urbana Junior High School
Middle School in Urbana · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Urbana Junior High School
Urbana Junior High School is a public middle school in Urbana, OH, part of Urbana City. Urbana Junior High School serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Urbana Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,859 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Urbana Junior High School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Urbana 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.
35% of students at Urbana 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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Urbana Junior High School — Students at Urbana Junior High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
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: 3.7/10.
How Urbana Junior High School Compares
See how Urbana 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
1673 S Us Highway 68, Urbana, OH 43078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Urbana Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West Liberty-Salem Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby West Liberty), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Roosevelt Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Schaefer Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Springfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Urbana, see our Urbana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Urbana Elementary School Urbana | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Urbana High School Urbana | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Urbana | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Kenton Ridge Middle/High School Springfield | 7.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Kenton Ridge Elementary Springfield | 7.1 mi | 7.2 |
| EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Springfield | 8.0 mi | 7.5 |
| West Liberty-Salem Elementary School West Liberty | 9.0 mi | 8.6 |
| West Liberty-Salem High School West Liberty | 9.0 mi | 7.4 |
| West Liberty-Salem Middle School West Liberty | 9.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Kenton Elementary School Springfield | 9.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Roosevelt Middle School Springfield | 9.7 mi | 5.3 |
| RIDGEWOOD SCHOOL Springfield | 9.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Springfield High School Springfield | 9.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Lagonda Elementary School Springfield | 10.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Snowhill Elementary School Springfield | 10.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Warder Park-Wayne Elementary School Springfield | 10.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Graham High School Saint Paris | 8.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Cliff Park High School Springfield | 10.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Schaefer Middle School Springfield | 11.4 mi | 4.7 |
| COVENANT CHILDRENS ACADEMY Springfield | 11.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,500
Median Home Value
$176,300
Median Rent
$909/mo
Population
19,985
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chillicothe Middle School Chillicothe, OH | 4.6 |
| Mifflin Alternative Middle School Columbus, OH | 4.6 |
| Rodger O. Borror Middle School Wilmington, OH | 4.6 |
| Hamilton Middle School Columbus, OH | 4.5 |
| Licking Valley Middle School Newark, OH | 4.5 |
| Litchfield Community Learning Center Akron, OH | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Urbana Junior High School
What grades does Urbana Junior High School serve?
Urbana Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Urbana Junior High School?
Urbana Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Urbana Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Urbana Junior High School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Urbana Junior High School rank in OH?
Urbana Junior High School ranks #2,859 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Urbana Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Urbana Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Urbana Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Urbana Junior High School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Urbana Junior High School a charter school?
No, Urbana Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Urbana Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Urbana Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Urbana Junior High School?
58.2% of students at Urbana 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Champaign County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (937) 653-1439
Resources & Links
District
Urbana City- District Enrollment
- 1,838
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,569
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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