Serving 612 students in grades 5-8, Fairfield Union Rushville 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 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lancaster, OH, encompassing approximately 99.7 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the edge and a maximum reach of 13.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairfield Union Rushville 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 Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1192 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-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 Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School's ranking?
Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School is ranked #1192 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School often compared to?
Fairfield Union Rushville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bloom-carroll Middle School, Amanda-clearcreek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School?
612 students attend Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School?
Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School offer ?
Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School part of?
Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School is part of Fairfield Union Local School District.
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