Serving 1,055 students in grades 6-8, Nagel Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and 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: 1,055 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nagel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nagel Middle School's student population of 1,055 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,055 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nagel Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nagel Middle School is 0.27, 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
#529 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
3%
17%
White
85%
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
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nagel Middle School's ranking?
Nagel Middle School is ranked #529 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Nagel Middle School?
1,055 students attend Nagel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Nagel Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nagel Middle School?
Nagel Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nagel Middle School offer ?
Nagel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nagel Middle School part of?
Nagel Middle School is part of Forest Hills Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Nagel Middle School located?
Nagel Middle School is located in the Cherry Grove neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Cherry Grove.
School Reviews
3 6/30/2018
very nice, but some of my colleges can be bullies.
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