Serving 413 students in grades 6-8, Briar 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 55% (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 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perkins Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sandusky, OH, covering approximately 48.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Briar Middle School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Briar 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 Briar Middle School is 0.39, 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
#1694 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)14.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
The Pirate Way – Trust. Own. Connect
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briar Middle School's ranking?
Briar Middle School is ranked #1694 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Briar Middle School often compared to?
Briar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Middle School (Formerly Berlin-milan Middle School), Sandusky Middle School, Margaretta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% 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 Briar Middle School?
413 students attend Briar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Briar Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briar Middle School?
Briar Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Briar Middle School offer ?
Briar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Briar Middle School part of?
Briar Middle School is part of Perkins Local School District.
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