Serving 571 students in grades 6-8, Mccord Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccord Middle School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mccord Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccord Middle School is 0.42, which is less 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
#750 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
5%
17%
White
75%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccord Middle School's ranking?
Mccord Middle School is ranked #750 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mccord Middle School often compared to?
Mccord Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olentangy Orange Middle School, Kilbourne Middle School, Ann Simpson Davis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mccord Middle School?
571 students attend Mccord Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mccord Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mccord Middle School?
Mccord Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mccord Middle School offer ?
Mccord Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mccord Middle School part of?
Mccord Middle School is part of Worthington City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccord Middle School located?
Mccord Middle School is located in the Far Northwest neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Far Northwest.
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