Serving 592 students in grades 6-8, Heskett 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 24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heskett Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Bedford, OH school district and encompasses approximately 19.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heskett Middle School's student population of 592 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Heskett 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 Heskett Middle School is 0.36, 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
#2615 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
79%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
5%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Bearcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heskett Middle School's ranking?
Heskett Middle School is ranked #2615 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Heskett Middle School?
592 students attend Heskett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Heskett Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heskett Middle School?
Heskett Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heskett Middle School offer ?
Heskett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heskett Middle School part of?
Heskett Middle School is part of Bedford City School District.
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