Serving 741 students in grades 5-8, Barberton 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 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barberton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Barberton school district, encompassing an area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barberton Middle School's student population of 741 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
741 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barberton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barberton Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1992 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Magic
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barberton Middle School's ranking?
Barberton Middle School is ranked #1992 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Barberton Middle School often compared to?
Barberton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coventry Middle School, Norton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Barberton Middle School?
741 students attend Barberton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Barberton Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barberton Middle School?
Barberton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barberton Middle School offer ?
Barberton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barberton Middle School part of?
Barberton Middle School is part of Barberton City School District.
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