Serving 190 students in grades 3-6, Leona Ave Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Leona Ave Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Shadyside, OH, encompassing approximately 21.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leona Ave Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Leona Ave Middle School's student population of 190 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Leona Ave Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leona Ave Middle School is 0.12, 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
#427 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Black
1%
17%
White
94%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leona Ave Middle School's ranking?
Leona Ave Middle School is ranked #427 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Leona Ave Middle School?
190 students attend Leona Ave Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Leona Ave Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leona Ave Middle School?
Leona Ave Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leona Ave Middle School offer ?
Leona Ave Middle School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leona Ave Middle School part of?
Leona Ave Middle School is part of Shadyside Local School District.
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