Serving 265 students in grades 5-8, East Palestine 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 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Palestine Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire East Palestine school district, encompassing approximately 30.6 square miles around the city of East Palestine, OH. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Palestine Middle School's student population of 265 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Palestine 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 East Palestine Middle School is 0.15, 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
#2091 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Palestine Middle School's ranking?
East Palestine Middle School is ranked #2091 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend East Palestine Middle School?
265 students attend East Palestine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of East Palestine Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Palestine Middle School?
East Palestine Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Palestine Middle School offer ?
East Palestine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Palestine Middle School part of?
East Palestine Middle School is part of East Palestine City School District.
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