Serving 715 students in grades 6-8, Morton 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 53% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morton Middle School's student population of 715 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morton 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 Morton 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
#1508 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
10%
17%
White
75%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morton Middle School's ranking?
Morton Middle School is ranked #1508 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Morton Middle School often compared to?
Morton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith 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 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Morton Middle School?
715 students attend Morton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Morton Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morton Middle School?
Morton Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morton Middle School offer ?
Morton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Morton Middle School part of?
Morton Middle School is part of Vandalia-Butler City School District.
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