Serving 373 students in grades 6-8, Van Wert 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 35% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Wert Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Van Wert Middle School's student population of 373 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Van Wert 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 Van Wert Middle School is 0.22, 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
#2320 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Van Wert Middle School's ranking?
Van Wert Middle School is ranked #2320 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Van Wert Middle School often compared to?
Van Wert Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestview Middle School, Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Van Wert Middle School?
373 students attend Van Wert Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Van Wert Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Wert Middle School?
Van Wert Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Van Wert Middle School offer ?
Van Wert Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Wert Middle School part of?
Van Wert Middle School is part of Van Wert City School District.
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