Lima City

The Lima City school district in Ohio consists of 9 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district as a whole is ranked 581 out of 839 school districts in the state and is rated 2 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Among the standout schools in the district are Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8, which ranks 580 out of 1,577 Ohio elementary schools and earns 3 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger, and Liberty Arts Magnet K-8, which ranks 1,143 out of 1,577 and earns 1 out of 5 stars. These magnet schools consistently outperform the other schools in the district, indicating the potential benefits of specialized programs. In contrast, both Lima West Middle School and Lima North Middle School perform poorly, ranking in the bottom 10% of Ohio middle schools and having very low proficiency rates, especially in math.

Across the district, there are significant racial disparities, with some schools having majority white student populations and others having majority Black student populations. This suggests potential issues with equity and access. Additionally, high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 18.2% to 53.2%, are a significant issue that likely contributes to the low academic performance seen in many of the schools. Addressing these challenges will be crucial for improving outcomes for students in the Lima City school district.