Serving 5 students in grades 6-8, Cardinal Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower 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%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cardinal Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Middlefield, OH, encompassing approximately 78.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cardinal Middle School's student population of 5 students has declined by 97% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Cardinal 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 Cardinal Middle School is 0.00, 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
#1758 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
White
100%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-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 Cardinal Middle School's ranking?
Cardinal Middle School is ranked #1758 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% 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 Cardinal Middle School?
5 students attend Cardinal Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cardinal Middle School students are White.
What grades does Cardinal Middle School offer ?
Cardinal Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cardinal Middle School part of?
Cardinal Middle School is part of Cardinal Local School District.
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