Serving 468 students in grades 5-8, Ontario 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 79% (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 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ontario 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
Ontario Middle School's student population of 468 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ontario 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 Ontario Middle School is 0.31, 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
#443 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
3%
17%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Ontario Middle School's ranking?
Ontario Middle School is ranked #443 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Ontario Middle School often compared to?
Ontario Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Middle School, Lexington Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% 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 Ontario Middle School?
468 students attend Ontario Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ontario Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ontario Middle School?
Ontario Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ontario Middle School offer ?
Ontario Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Ontario Middle School part of?
Ontario Middle School is part of Ontario Local School District.
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