Serving 712 students in grades 6-8, Blendon Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 53% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blendon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blendon Middle School's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blendon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blendon Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1641 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
25%
17%
White
53%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blendon Middle School's ranking?
Blendon Middle School is ranked #1641 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Blendon Middle School often compared to?
Blendon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Blendon Middle School?
712 students attend Blendon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Blendon Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blendon Middle School?
Blendon Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blendon Middle School offer ?
Blendon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Blendon Middle School part of?
Blendon Middle School is part of Westerville City School District.
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