West Liberty-salem Middle School serves 276 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Liberty-salem Middle School's student population of 276 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Liberty-salem Middle School is 0.15, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
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
How many students attend West Liberty-salem Middle School?
276 students attend West Liberty-salem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Liberty-salem Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Liberty-salem Middle School?
West Liberty-salem Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Liberty-salem Middle School offer ?
West Liberty-salem Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Liberty-salem Middle School part of?
West Liberty-salem Middle School is part of West Liberty-Salem Local School District.
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