Serving 455 students in grades 6-8, Southview 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 8% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southview Middle School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southview 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 Southview Middle School is 0.62, 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
#2888 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
56%
7%
Black
21%
17%
White
17%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 Southview Middle School's ranking?
Southview Middle School is ranked #2888 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Southview Middle School?
455 students attend Southview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Southview Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southview Middle School?
Southview Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southview Middle School offer ?
Southview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southview Middle School part of?
Southview Middle School is part of Lorain City School District.
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