Serving 168 students in grades 7-8, James A Garfield Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 57% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: James A Garfield Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Garrettsville, OH, encompassing approximately 54.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
James A Garfield Middle School's student population of 168 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the G-Men
School Rankings
James A Garfield 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 James A Garfield Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1658 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James A Garfield Middle School's ranking?
James A Garfield Middle School is ranked #1658 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are James A Garfield Middle School often compared to?
James A Garfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend James A Garfield Middle School?
168 students attend James A Garfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of James A Garfield Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James A Garfield Middle School?
James A Garfield Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does James A Garfield Middle School offer ?
James A Garfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James A Garfield Middle School part of?
James A Garfield Middle School is part of James A Garfield Local School District.
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