Serving 196 students in grades 6-8, Langston 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 higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Langston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Langston Middle School's student population of 196 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Langston 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 Langston Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1283 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
20%
17%
White
49%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langston Middle School's ranking?
Langston Middle School is ranked #1283 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Langston Middle School often compared to?
Langston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Firelands 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 52% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Langston Middle School?
196 students attend Langston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Langston Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Langston Middle School?
Langston Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Langston Middle School offer ?
Langston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Langston Middle School part of?
Langston Middle School is part of Oberlin City Schools School District.
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