Serving 522 students in grades 6-8, Donnell 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 is 59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Donnell Middle School serves the southern part of Findlay, OH, covering an area of approximately 22 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2.6 miles to the school, while the furthest edge of the zone is located 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donnell Middle School's student population of 522 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence, Opportunity, Belonging
School Rankings
Donnell Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donnell Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1582 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
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 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Donnell Middle School's ranking?
Donnell Middle School is ranked #1582 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Donnell Middle School often compared to?
Donnell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Donnell Middle School?
522 students attend Donnell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Donnell Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donnell Middle School?
Donnell Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Donnell Middle School offer ?
Donnell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Donnell Middle School part of?
Donnell Middle School is part of Findlay City School District.
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