Serving 726 students in grades 6-8, Ross Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 3% of the student body (majority 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: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ross Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ross Middle School's student population of 726 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ross Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ross Middle School is 0.06, 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
#776 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Ross Middle School's ranking?
Ross Middle School is ranked #776 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Ross Middle School often compared to?
Ross Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ross Middle School?
726 students attend Ross Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ross Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ross Middle School?
Ross Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ross Middle School offer ?
Ross Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ross Middle School part of?
Ross Middle School is part of Ross Local School District.
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