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#2986 of 3,441 schools in OH

Waggoner Road Junior High

Middle School · Reynoldsburg City

360 Waggoner Rd, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068

Enrollment

884

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

4.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,986 of 3,441

In Reynoldsburg

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Reynoldsburg City

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Waggoner Road Junior High

4.3/10

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

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About Waggoner Road Junior High

Waggoner Road Junior High is a public middle school in Reynoldsburg, OH, part of Reynoldsburg City. Waggoner Road Junior High serves approximately 884 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Waggoner Road Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,986 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Waggoner Road Junior High show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • OH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment6.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,147
Chronic Absenteeism19.8%

Waggoner Road Junior High — Students at Waggoner Road Junior High score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (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
76%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
29.4%
ELA
47.1%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Waggoner Road Junior High Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
13th percentile in OH
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

360 Waggoner Rd, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waggoner Road Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LICKING HEIGHTS CENTRAL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Pataskala), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Baldwin Road Junior High School (rated 4.6/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Reynoldsburg, see our Reynoldsburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Blacklick 0.9 mi 8.5
Taylor Road Elementary School Reynoldsburg 0.8 mi 5.6
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Reynoldsburg 1.2 mi 7.0
French Run Elementary School Reynoldsburg 1.5 mi 4.1
Rose Hill Elementary School Reynoldsburg 1.9 mi 5.2
Summit Road Elementary Reynoldsburg 1.9 mi 7.0
West Elementary School Blacklick 2.5 mi 6.8
South Elementary Pataskala 2.0 mi 5.8
Slate Ridge Elementary School Reynoldsburg 2.5 mi 3.6
LICKING HEIGHTS CENTRAL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Pataskala 2.1 mi 5.2
LICKING HEIGHTS CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Pataskala 2.1 mi 3.3
LICKING HEIGHTS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pataskala 2.2 mi 4.8
Herbert Mills Elementary School Reynoldsburg 2.5 mi 5.6
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF REYNOLDSBURG Columbus 2.3 mi
Reynoldsburg High School Reynoldsburg 2.9 mi
THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF PICKERINGTON Pickerington 3.7 mi
Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School Columbus 2.9 mi 5.7
Fairfield Elementary School Pickerington 3.7 mi 7.7
Blacklick Elementary School Blacklick 3.5 mi 8.0
Baldwin Road Junior High School Reynoldsburg 3.5 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,451

Median Home Value

$225,500

Median Rent

$1,214/mo

Population

59,399

College Educated

29.6%

Homeownership

57.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

36.2

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Milkovich Middle School Maple Heights, OH 4.2
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School Marion, OH 4.2
Woodward Park Middle School Columbus, OH 4.4
Eastern Heights Middle School Elyria, OH 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waggoner Road Junior High

What grades does Waggoner Road Junior High serve?

Waggoner Road Junior High serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Waggoner Road Junior High?

Waggoner Road Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 884 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waggoner Road Junior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Waggoner Road Junior High is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Waggoner Road Junior High rank in OH?

Waggoner Road Junior High ranks #2,986 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Waggoner Road Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Waggoner Road Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Waggoner Road Junior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waggoner Road Junior High has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Waggoner Road Junior High a charter school?

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

Is Waggoner Road Junior High a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waggoner Road Junior High?

67.3% of students at Waggoner Road Junior High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
884
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

District

Reynoldsburg City
District Enrollment
7,265
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,147
District Rank
#6 of 8

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