Serving 264 students in grades 7-8, Schaefer 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 16% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schaefer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Schaefer Middle School's student population of 264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Schaefer 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 Schaefer Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2901 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
19%
17%
White
55%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schaefer Middle School's ranking?
Schaefer Middle School is ranked #2901 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Schaefer Middle School often compared to?
Schaefer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayward Middle School, Springfield High School, Tecumseh Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Schaefer Middle School?
264 students attend Schaefer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Schaefer Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Schaefer Middle School?
Schaefer Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Schaefer Middle School offer ?
Schaefer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Schaefer Middle School part of?
Schaefer Middle School is part of Springfield City School District.
In what neighborhood is Schaefer Middle School located?
Schaefer Middle School is located in the Maplewood neighborhood of Springfield, OH.
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