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Wapakoneta Jr. High

Middle School · Wapakoneta City

1 Redskin Trl, Wapakoneta, OH 45895

Enrollment

215

Student-Teacher

21.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

8th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,259 of 3,441

In Wapakoneta

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Wapakoneta City

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Wapakoneta Jr. High

5.6/10

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

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5.5/10

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7.2/10

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About Wapakoneta Jr. High

Wapakoneta Jr. High is a public middle school in Wapakoneta, OH, part of Wapakoneta City. Wapakoneta Jr.

High serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades 8th-8th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wapakoneta Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,259 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Wapakoneta Jr. High show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Wapakoneta Jr. High runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

30% of students at Wapakoneta Jr. High 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.29 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,079
Chronic Absenteeism30.2%

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

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 74.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
78%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
52%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Wapakoneta Jr. High Compares

See how Wapakoneta Jr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in OH
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

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

1 Redskin Trl, Wapakoneta, OH 45895

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wapakoneta Jr. High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Shawnee Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Lima), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wapakoneta Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lima West Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Lima), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wapakoneta, see our Wapakoneta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Wapakoneta High School Wapakoneta 0.0 mi 5.5
Wapakoneta Elementary Wapakoneta 0.1 mi 7.2
Wapakoneta Middle School Wapakoneta 0.8 mi 6.9
Auglaize County Educational Academy Wapakoneta 1.7 mi 7.0
Cridersville Elementary School Cridersville 5.1 mi 5.7
Elmwood Elementary School Lima 6.9 mi 5.8
Shawnee High School Lima 7.7 mi 7.2
Shawnee Middle School Lima 7.7 mi 8.0
Botkins Elementary School Botkins 7.9 mi 8.5
Botkins High School Botkins 7.9 mi 8.6
PILGRIM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lima 7.7 mi
Apollo Career Center Lima 7.9 mi 4.6
Maplewood Elementary School Lima 8.9 mi 8.8
BIBLE BELIEVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lima 9.8 mi 7.2
New Knoxville Elementary School New Knoxville 9.1 mi 8.6
New Knoxville High School New Knoxville 9.1 mi 8.1
LIMA CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lima 10.5 mi 8.0
THE LIMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lima 10.8 mi
ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lima 10.9 mi 8.0
Lima West Middle School Lima 11.5 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45895 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,965

Median Home Value

$181,700

Median Rent

$846/mo

Population

17,983

College Educated

19.9%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

42

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Windham Junior High School Windham, OH 5.6
Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 Mingo Junction, OH 5.5
West Liberty-Salem Middle School West Liberty, OH 5.5
Federal Hocking Middle School Stewart, OH 5.7
Badger Middle School Kinsman, OH 5.4
Dawson-Bryant Middle School Coal Grove, OH 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wapakoneta Jr. High

What grades does Wapakoneta Jr. High serve?

Wapakoneta Jr. High serves students in grades 8th through 8th.

How many students attend Wapakoneta Jr. High?

Wapakoneta Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wapakoneta Jr. High?

The student-teacher ratio at Wapakoneta Jr. High is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wapakoneta Jr. High rank in OH?

Wapakoneta Jr. High ranks #2,259 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Wapakoneta Jr. High's MySchoolScout rating?

Wapakoneta Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Wapakoneta Jr. High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wapakoneta Jr. High has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Wapakoneta Jr. High a charter school?

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

Is Wapakoneta Jr. High a Title I school?

No, Wapakoneta Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
8th – 8th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Auglaize County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

District

Wapakoneta City
District Enrollment
2,902
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,079
District Rank
#4 of 5

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