Serving 417 students in grades 6-8, Bath Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bath Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Lima, OH, encompassing approximately 45.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 7.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bath Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bath Middle School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
The Wildcat Way
School Rankings
Bath Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bath Middle School is 0.26, 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
#448 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
86%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bath Middle School's ranking?
Bath Middle School is ranked #448 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bath Middle School often compared to?
Bath Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bath Middle School?
417 students attend Bath Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Bath Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bath Middle School?
Bath Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bath Middle School offer ?
Bath Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bath Middle School part of?
Bath Middle School is part of Bath Local School District.
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