Serving 579 students in grades 5-8, Eastern Heights Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Eastern Heights Middle School's student population of 579 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastern Heights 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 Eastern Heights Middle School is 0.70, 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
#2757 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
7%
Black
20%
17%
White
45%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Heights Middle School's ranking?
Eastern Heights Middle School is ranked #2757 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Eastern Heights Middle School?
579 students attend Eastern Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Eastern Heights Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Black, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Heights Middle School?
Eastern Heights Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eastern Heights Middle School offer ?
Eastern Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Eastern Heights Middle School part of?
Eastern Heights Middle School is part of Elyria City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Eastern Heights Middle School located?
Eastern Heights Middle School is located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood of Elyria, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Eastern Heights.
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