Serving 145 students in grades 7-8, Richmond Heights Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Richmond Heights Middle School's student population of 145 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richmond Heights Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Heights Middle School is 0.19, 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
#2650 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
90%
17%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Heights Middle School's ranking?
Richmond Heights Middle School is ranked #2650 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Richmond Heights Middle School?
145 students attend Richmond Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Richmond Heights Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Heights Middle School?
Richmond Heights Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richmond Heights Middle School offer ?
Richmond Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Richmond Heights Middle School part of?
Richmond Heights Middle School is part of Richmond Heights Local School District.
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