Serving 1,058 students in grades 6-8, Kettering Middle School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kettering Middle School's student population of 1,058 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kettering Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kettering Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1559 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
9%
17%
White
74%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kettering Middle School's ranking?
Kettering Middle School is ranked #1559 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Kettering Middle School often compared to?
Kettering Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Buren Middle School, Prass Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Kettering Middle School?
1,058 students attend Kettering Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kettering Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kettering Middle School?
Kettering Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kettering Middle School offer ?
Kettering Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kettering Middle School part of?
Kettering Middle School is part of Kettering City School District.
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