Serving 776 students in grades 5-8, Barberton 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 49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barberton Middle School's student population of 776 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Barberton 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 Barberton Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1948 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
18%
17%
White
69%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Barberton Middle School's ranking?
Barberton Middle School is ranked #1948 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Barberton Middle School often compared to?
Barberton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coventry Middle School, Norton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Barberton Middle School?
776 students attend Barberton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Barberton Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barberton Middle School?
Barberton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barberton Middle School offer ?
Barberton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barberton Middle School part of?
Barberton Middle School is part of Barberton City School District.
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