Serving 1,080 students in grades 6-8, Olentangy Orange 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 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,080 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olentangy Orange 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
Diversity
School Overview
Olentangy Orange Middle School's student population of 1,080 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,080 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olentangy Orange 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 Olentangy Orange Middle School is 0.66, 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
#388 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
10%
17%
White
53%
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
12%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olentangy Orange Middle School's ranking?
Olentangy Orange Middle School is ranked #388 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Olentangy Orange Middle School often compared to?
Olentangy Orange Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olentangy Shanahan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Olentangy Orange Middle School?
1,080 students attend Olentangy Orange Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Olentangy Orange Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olentangy Orange Middle School?
Olentangy Orange Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olentangy Orange Middle School offer ?
Olentangy Orange Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Olentangy Orange Middle School part of?
Olentangy Orange Middle School is part of Olentangy Local School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
This is my school and its amazing! We have so many clubs you can join like Drama club, robotics club, WEB in 8th grade, American United nations, student council, and many more! We have one of the top 5 student councils in the state. I am a 8th grade student at Orange Middle School and I Love it! We have amazing staff and students! I wouldn't go to any other school!
~Emily Davis-8th grade student/student council secretary/football cheerleader/basketball cheerleader
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