Serving 283 students in grades 5-8, Cardington-lincoln 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 54% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cardington-Lincoln Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Cardington school district, covering approximately 71 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cardington-lincoln Middle School's student population of 283 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 137% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cardington-lincoln 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 Cardington-lincoln Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1683 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cardington-lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Cardington-lincoln Middle School is ranked #1683 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Cardington-lincoln Middle School?
283 students attend Cardington-lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Cardington-lincoln Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cardington-lincoln Middle School?
Cardington-lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cardington-lincoln Middle School offer ?
Cardington-lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cardington-lincoln Middle School part of?
Cardington-lincoln Middle School is part of Cardington-Lincoln Local School District.
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