Serving 342 students in grades 5-8, Chesapeake 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 36% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than 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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chesapeake Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Chesapeake, OH, covering approximately 30.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chesapeake Middle School's student population of 342 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Motto
We will provide a safe, orderly and inviting school where students can take full advantage of their capacity to learn.
School Rankings
Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake 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
#1907 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/29/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesapeake Middle School's ranking?
Chesapeake Middle School is ranked #1907 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chesapeake Middle School often compared to?
Chesapeake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Chesapeake Middle School?
342 students attend Chesapeake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Chesapeake Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesapeake Middle School?
Chesapeake Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chesapeake Middle School offer ?
Chesapeake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chesapeake Middle School part of?
Chesapeake Middle School is part of Chesapeake Union Exempted Village School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The staff is friendly and helpful, and the teachers are great. The downside is school fairs are mandatory.
Students should have the option of not competing. This year, officials at the County Fair gave out very few superior awards, and only projects rated as superior were recognized as category winners. Now, the problem is, there was at least one category where no student received a superior rating; therefore, the top student
in that category received only a ribbon and medal. He
was treated the same as students who didn't win. His months of hard work and sacrifice fell by the wayside, and that was wrong. Are we saying the best you can be isn't good enough in Lawrence County schools if you are
not a superior rated student? Students shouldn't be subjected to this type of unfair bias, because few are
superior oriented. Most are just hard working kids who deserve to be treated better than this. Every category should have had a winner, even if the best project only received an excellent rating. Your school should refuse to host school fairs with unfair, biased policies. It does not reflect well on your staff. I was there and saw this happen, and I was appalled. It's hard to watch a child being coldly demoralized. Thank you.
5 10/10/2025
Chesapeake Middle is an amazing school. They have many different types of classes to better benefit their students. They also have many extracurricular activities, such as choirs, drama club, and art club. The students are rewarded for their good grades at an academic reception at the end of the year. Sports awards, along with other academic awards are received throughout the school year. Chesapeake has many available facilities and parents are encouraged to be involved with their child's middle school experience. Overall, Chesapeake Middle is a great school.
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