Firelands High School is a public high school in Oberlin, Ohio in the United States. Firelands High School absorbed South Amherst High School and its school district during the summer of 1988.
Serving 417 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 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Firelands Middle School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Rankings
Firelands Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Firelands Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1163 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Firelands Middle School's ranking?
Firelands Middle School is ranked #1163 out of 3,241 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
417 students attend Firelands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Firelands Middle School students are White, 8% 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 15:1, 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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