Serving 448 students in grades 5-8, Durling 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 32% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Durling Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Lorain, OH school district, encompassing approximately 4.2 square miles. Families typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Durling Middle School's student population of 448 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Durling 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 Durling Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#2326 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
8%
Black
16%
17%
White
31%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durling Middle School's ranking?
Durling Middle School is ranked #2326 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Durling Middle School often compared to?
Durling Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Science Academy Lorain by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Durling Middle School?
448 students attend Durling Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Durling Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durling Middle School?
Durling Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Durling Middle School offer ?
Durling Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Durling Middle School part of?
Durling Middle School is part of Clearview Local School District.
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