Serving 335 students in grades 5-6, Lima North 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 13% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lima North Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lima North Middle School's student population of 335 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lima North Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lima North Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#2639 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
37%
17%
White
37%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
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 Lima North Middle School's ranking?
Lima North Middle School is ranked #2639 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Lima North Middle School?
335 students attend Lima North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Lima North Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lima North Middle School?
Lima North Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lima North Middle School offer ?
Lima North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Lima North Middle School part of?
Lima North Middle School is part of Lima City School District.
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