Serving 936 students in grades 6-8, Ulysses S. Grant 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 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 936 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School's student population of 936 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
936 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ulysses S. Grant 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 Ulysses S. Grant Middle School is 0.45, 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
#2770 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
73%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ulysses S. Grant Middle School's ranking?
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School is ranked #2770 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Ulysses S. Grant Middle School often compared to?
Ulysses S. Grant Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilliard Tharp Sixth Grade Elementary School, South Gallia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ulysses S. Grant Middle School?
936 students attend Ulysses S. Grant Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ulysses S. Grant Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ulysses S. Grant Middle School?
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ulysses S. Grant Middle School offer ?
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ulysses S. Grant Middle School part of?
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School is part of Marion City School District.
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