Serving 404 students in grades 7-8, Chillicothe 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 35% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chillicothe Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 21.4 square miles in Chillicothe, OH. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chillicothe Middle School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Chillicothe 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 Chillicothe 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
#2377 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
77%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.2%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 Chillicothe Middle School's ranking?
Chillicothe Middle School is ranked #2377 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chillicothe Middle School often compared to?
Chillicothe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zane Trace Middle School, Unioto Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Chillicothe Middle School?
404 students attend Chillicothe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Chillicothe Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chillicothe Middle School?
Chillicothe Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chillicothe Middle School offer ?
Chillicothe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chillicothe Middle School part of?
Chillicothe Middle School is part of Chillicothe City School District.
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