Serving 422 students in grades 6-8, Briar Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Briar Middle School's student population of 422 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briar 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 Briar Middle School is 0.39, 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
#1249 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
4%
17%
White
77%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Briar Middle School's ranking?
Briar Middle School is ranked #1249 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Briar Middle School often compared to?
Briar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandusky Middle School, Edison Middle School (Formerly Berlin-milan Middle School), Margaretta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Briar Middle School?
422 students attend Briar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Briar Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briar Middle School?
Briar Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Briar Middle School offer ?
Briar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Briar Middle School part of?
Briar Middle School is part of Perkins Local School District.
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