Heath Middle School serves 418 students in grades 6-8.
Heath Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher 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 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heath Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Heath Middle School's student population of 418 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heath Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Heath Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1044 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heath Middle School's ranking?
Heath Middle School is ranked #1044 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Heath Middle School?
418 students attend Heath Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Heath Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heath Middle School?
Heath Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heath Middle School offer ?
Heath Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heath Middle School part of?
Heath Middle School is part of Heath City School District.
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