Serving 352 students in grades 6-8, Utica 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 51% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Utica Middle School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Utica 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 Utica 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
#1841 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
97%
67%
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
52%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Utica Middle School's ranking?
Utica Middle School is ranked #1841 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Utica Middle School?
352 students attend Utica Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Utica Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Utica Middle School?
Utica Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Utica Middle School offer ?
Utica Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Utica Middle School part of?
Utica Middle School is part of North Fork Local School District.
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