Serving 357 students in grades 6-8, Wilson 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 32% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Middle School's student population of 357 students has declined by 13% 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
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson Middle School is 0.30, 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
#2450 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
83%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Middle School's ranking?
Wilson Middle School is ranked #2450 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wilson Middle School often compared to?
Wilson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School, Heritage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wilson Middle School?
357 students attend Wilson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wilson Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Middle School?
Wilson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilson Middle School offer ?
Wilson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wilson Middle School part of?
Wilson Middle School is part of Newark City School District.
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