Serving 153 students in grades 6-8, Black River Education Center Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Black River Education Center Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sullivan, OH, covering approximately 114 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black River Education Center Middle School's student population of 153 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
153 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Black River Education Center 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 Black River Education Center Middle School is 0.20, 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
#1082 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. 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)20.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River Education Center Middle School's ranking?
Black River Education Center Middle School is ranked #1082 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Black River Education Center Middle School often compared to?
Black River Education Center Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Black River Education Center Middle School?
153 students attend Black River Education Center Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Black River Education Center Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black River Education Center Middle School?
Black River Education Center Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Black River Education Center Middle School offer ?
Black River Education Center Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black River Education Center Middle School part of?
Black River Education Center Middle School is part of Black River Local School District.
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