Serving 1,259 students in grades 6-8, John C Dempsey Middle 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 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
John C Dempsey Middle School's student population of 1,259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John C Dempsey Middle 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 John C Dempsey Middle School is 0.39, which is less 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
#1383 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
77%
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
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 John C Dempsey Middle School's ranking?
John C Dempsey Middle School is ranked #1383 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend John C Dempsey Middle School?
1,259 students attend John C Dempsey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of John C Dempsey Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John C Dempsey Middle School?
John C Dempsey Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does John C Dempsey Middle School offer ?
John C Dempsey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John C Dempsey Middle School part of?
John C Dempsey Middle School is part of Delaware City School District.
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