Serving 587 students in grades 5-6, Diley Middle School ranks in the top 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 was 56% (which was higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 66% (which was higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 64% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
587 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1476 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-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 Diley Middle School's ranking?
Diley Middle School is ranked #1476 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Diley Middle School?
587 students attend Diley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Diley Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diley Middle School?
Diley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Diley Middle School offer ?
Diley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diley Middle School part of?
Diley Middle School is part of Pickerington Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Diley Middle School located?
Diley Middle School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Pickerington, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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