Serving 886 students in grades 7-8, Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School's student population of 886 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1483 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
41%
17%
White
36%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School's ranking?
Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School is ranked #1483 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School often compared to?
Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickerington Lakeview Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School?
886 students attend Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School?
Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School offer ?
Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School part of?
Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School is part of Pickerington Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School located?
Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Pickerington, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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