Serving 538 students in grades 4-8, Upper Sandusky Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Sandusky Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Upper Sandusky Middle School's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Sandusky 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 Upper Sandusky Middle School is 0.19, 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
#973 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Upper Sandusky Middle School's ranking?
Upper Sandusky Middle School is ranked #973 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Upper Sandusky Middle School?
538 students attend Upper Sandusky Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Upper Sandusky Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Sandusky Middle School?
Upper Sandusky Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Upper Sandusky Middle School offer ?
Upper Sandusky Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Upper Sandusky Middle School part of?
Upper Sandusky Middle School is part of Upper Sandusky Exempted Village School District.
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