Serving 715 students in grades 5-8, Licking Heights 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 41% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Licking Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Licking Heights Middle School's student population of 715 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Licking Heights Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Licking Heights Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2041 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
34%
17%
White
43%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Licking Heights Middle School's ranking?
Licking Heights Middle School is ranked #2041 out of 3,137 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Licking Heights Middle School?
715 students attend Licking Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Licking Heights Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Licking Heights Middle School?
Licking Heights Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Licking Heights Middle School offer ?
Licking Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Licking Heights Middle School part of?
Licking Heights Middle School is part of Licking Heights Local School District.
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