Serving 850 students in grades 5-8, Copley-fairlawn Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Copley-Fairlawn Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 22.5 square miles in Akron, OH. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Copley-fairlawn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Copley-fairlawn Middle School's student population of 850 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Copley-fairlawn Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Copley-fairlawn Middle School is 0.53, 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
#449 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
16%
17%
White
66%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copley-fairlawn Middle School's ranking?
Copley-fairlawn Middle School is ranked #449 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Copley-fairlawn Middle School often compared to?
Copley-fairlawn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Copley-fairlawn Middle School?
850 students attend Copley-fairlawn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Copley-fairlawn Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Copley-fairlawn Middle School?
Copley-fairlawn Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Copley-fairlawn Middle School offer ?
Copley-fairlawn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Copley-fairlawn Middle School part of?
Copley-fairlawn Middle School is part of Copley-Fairlawn City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am an African-American who has lived in Copley for 34 years. I know the school system to be fantastic! I have a niece who graduated with the class of 2004 and a nephew with the class of 2001. Go Copley!
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