Serving 549 students in grades 5-8, Eastern Heights 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 18% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eastern Heights Middle School serves the southeast part of Elyria, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastern Heights Middle School's student population of 549 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Pioneering Our Path
School Rankings
Eastern Heights 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 Eastern Heights Middle School is 0.70, 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
#2735 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
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)47.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Eastern Heights Middle School's ranking?
Eastern Heights Middle School is ranked #2735 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Eastern Heights Middle School?
549 students attend Eastern Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Eastern Heights Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 16% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastern Heights Middle School?
Eastern Heights Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eastern Heights Middle School offer ?
Eastern Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern Heights Middle School part of?
Eastern Heights Middle School is part of Elyria City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Eastern Heights Middle School located?
Eastern Heights Middle School is located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood of Elyria, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Eastern Heights.
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