Serving 264 students in grades 7-8, Waynesville Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
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 Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynesville 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
Waynesville Middle School's student population of 264 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waynesville Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynesville 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#275 out of 3241 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Waynesville Middle School's ranking?
Waynesville Middle School is ranked #275 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Waynesville Middle School?
264 students attend Waynesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Waynesville Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waynesville Middle School?
Waynesville Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waynesville Middle School offer ?
Waynesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Waynesville Middle School part of?
Waynesville Middle School is part of Wayne Local School District.
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