Serving 257 students in grades 6-8, Elgin 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 51% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elgin Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Marion, OH school district, encompassing approximately 132.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elgin Middle School's student population of 257 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elgin 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 Elgin 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
#2132 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Comets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elgin Middle School's ranking?
Elgin Middle School is ranked #2132 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Elgin Middle School often compared to?
Elgin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Middle School, River Valley Middle School, Elgin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Elgin Middle School?
257 students attend Elgin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Elgin Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elgin Middle School?
Elgin Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elgin Middle School offer ?
Elgin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elgin Middle School part of?
Elgin Middle School is part of Elgin Local School District.
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