Serving 407 students in grades 6-8, Firelands 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 54% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: South Amherst Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Oberlin, OH school district, covering approximately 88.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Firelands Middle School's student population of 407 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Year Founded
1952
School Rankings
Firelands 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 Firelands Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1374 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
90%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Firelands Middle School's ranking?
Firelands Middle School is ranked #1374 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Firelands Middle School often compared to?
Firelands Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amherst Junior High School, Midview Middle School, Langston Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Firelands Middle School?
407 students attend Firelands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Firelands Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Firelands Middle School?
Firelands Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Firelands Middle School offer ?
Firelands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Firelands Middle School part of?
Firelands Middle School is part of Firelands Local School District.
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