Serving 400 students in grades 6-8, Tuscarawas Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tuscarawas Middle School's student population of 400 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
400 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Tuscarawas Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tuscarawas Middle School is 0.04, which is less 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
#1176 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
60%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%

Black
n/a
17%

White
98%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuscarawas Middle School's ranking?
Tuscarawas Middle School is ranked #1176 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Tuscarawas Middle School?
400 students attend Tuscarawas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Tuscarawas Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tuscarawas Middle School?
Tuscarawas Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tuscarawas Middle School offer ?
Tuscarawas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tuscarawas Middle School part of?
Tuscarawas Middle School is part of Indian Valley Local School District.
School Reviews
5 5/21/2012
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