Serving 250 students in grades 6-8, Elgin 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 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 7% 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: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elgin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Elgin Middle School's student population of 250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elgin 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 Elgin Middle School is 0.13, 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
#2310 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elgin Middle School's ranking?
Elgin Middle School is ranked #2310 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Elgin Middle School often compared to?
Elgin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elgin High School, Pleasant Middle School, River Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Elgin Middle School?
250 students attend Elgin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Elgin Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elgin Middle School?
Elgin Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elgin Middle School offer ?
Elgin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elgin Middle School part of?
Elgin Middle School is part of Elgin Local School District.
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