Serving 221 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 53% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black River Education Center Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Black River Education Center Middle School's student population of 221 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Black River Education Center Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black River Education Center Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1272 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
5%
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 #1272 out of 3,241 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
221 students attend Black River Education Center Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Black River Education Center Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 12:1, 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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