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Whiteoak Junior High School

Middle School · Bright Local

44 North High Street, Mowrystown, OH 45155

Enrollment

104

Student-Teacher

26:1

Score

5.9

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,063 of 3,441

In Mowrystown

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Bright Local

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Whiteoak Junior High School

5.9/10

Middle School in Mowrystown · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Whiteoak Junior High School

Whiteoak Junior High School is a public middle school in Mowrystown, OH, part of Bright Local. Whiteoak Junior High School serves approximately 104 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 26:1 student-teacher ratio. Whiteoak Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,063 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Whiteoak Junior High School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 104 students, Whiteoak Junior High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Whiteoak Junior High School runs 26:1 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.

Whiteoak 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio26:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,609
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

Whiteoak Junior High School — Students at Whiteoak Junior High School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.1% (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
67%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
39.6%
ELA
59.7%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Whiteoak Junior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in OH
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
26:1 student-teacher ratio
4 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

Location

44 North High Street, Mowrystown, OH 45155

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whiteoak Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lynchburg-Clay Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Lynchburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillsboro Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Hillsboro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mt Orab Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Mount Orab), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mowrystown, see our Mowrystown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Whiteoak High School Mowrystown 0.0 mi 6.8
Sardinia Elementary School Sardinia 3.8 mi 8.0
Eastern High School Winchester 6.0 mi 5.3
Eastern MS Winchester 6.1 mi 6.1
Bright Elementary School Hillsboro 5.1 mi 9.2
Lynchburg-Clay High School Lynchburg 11.0 mi 7.1
Lynchburg-Clay Elementary School Lynchburg 11.0 mi 9.5
Russellville Elementary School Russellville 12.3 mi 7.0
North Adams Elementary School Seaman 10.8 mi 6.9
Mt Orab Primary Elementary School Mount Orab 10.0 mi 7.6
Mt Orab Middle School Mount Orab 10.1 mi 7.0
North Adams High School Seaman 11.1 mi 7.2
Western Brown High School Mount Orab 10.2 mi 5.1
Hillsboro High School Hillsboro 12.1 mi 5.7
Hillsboro Middle School Hillsboro 12.1 mi 7.5
Lynchburg-Clay Middle School Lynchburg 13.5 mi 8.0
HILLSBORO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hillsboro 12.4 mi 6.4
Hillsboro Intermediate School Hillsboro 12.3 mi 9.2
Hillsboro Primary School Hillsboro 12.3 mi 7.7
Hillsboro Early Childhood Center Hillsboro 12.3 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,833

Median Home Value

$81,800

Median Rent

$793/mo

Population

522

College Educated

10.7%

Homeownership

70.5%

Poverty Rate

34.5%

Median Age

29.9

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Arcadia Middle School Arcadia, OH 6.3
New Miami Middle School Hamilton, OH 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whiteoak Junior High School

What grades does Whiteoak Junior High School serve?

Whiteoak Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Whiteoak Junior High School?

Whiteoak Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 104 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whiteoak Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Whiteoak Junior High School is 26:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whiteoak Junior High School rank in OH?

Whiteoak Junior High School ranks #2,063 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Whiteoak Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Whiteoak Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Whiteoak Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whiteoak Junior High School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Whiteoak Junior High School a charter school?

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

Is Whiteoak Junior High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Highland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

Bright Local
District Enrollment
709
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,609
District Rank
#3 of 3

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