Serving 1,001 students in grades 6-8, Olentangy Shanahan Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,001 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School's student population of 1,001 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,001 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olentangy Shanahan Middle School is 0.60, which is more 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
#156 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
8%
17%
White
59%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Olentangy Shanahan Middle School's ranking?
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School is ranked #156 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Olentangy Shanahan Middle School often compared to?
Olentangy Shanahan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olentangy Orange Middle School, Olentangy Liberty Middle School, Berkshire Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Olentangy Shanahan Middle School?
1,001 students attend Olentangy Shanahan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Olentangy Shanahan Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olentangy Shanahan Middle School?
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olentangy Shanahan Middle School offer ?
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olentangy Shanahan Middle School part of?
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School is part of Olentangy Local School District.
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