Serving 368 students in grades 5-8, Bellaire Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellaire Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bellaire Middle School's student population of 368 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bellaire Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellaire Middle School is 0.29, 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
#1116 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
84%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellaire Middle School's ranking?
Bellaire Middle School is ranked #1116 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bellaire Middle School often compared to?
Bellaire Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellaire Elementary School, Bellaire High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bellaire Middle School?
368 students attend Bellaire Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Bellaire Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellaire Middle School?
Bellaire Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bellaire Middle School offer ?
Bellaire Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellaire Middle School part of?
Bellaire Middle School is part of Bellaire Local School District.
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