Serving 609 students in grades 6-8, Blendon Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 56% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blendon Middle School serves the southern part of Westerville, OH, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blendon Middle School's student population of 609 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
We are the benchmark of educational excellence.
School Rankings
Blendon 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 Blendon Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1678 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
25%
17%
White
52%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blendon Middle School's ranking?
Blendon Middle School is ranked #1678 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Blendon Middle School often compared to?
Blendon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Blendon Middle School?
609 students attend Blendon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Blendon Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blendon Middle School?
Blendon Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blendon Middle School offer ?
Blendon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blendon Middle School part of?
Blendon Middle School is part of Westerville City School District.
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