Serving 321 students in grades 5-6, Lima North 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 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lima North Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lima, OH, covering approximately 8.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lima North Middle School's student population of 321 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1856
School Rankings
Lima North 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 Lima North Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2754 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
39%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
30%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
22%
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)51.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lima North Middle School's ranking?
Lima North Middle School is ranked #2754 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lima North Middle School?
321 students attend Lima North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Lima North Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lima North Middle School?
Lima North Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lima North Middle School offer ?
Lima North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lima North Middle School part of?
Lima North Middle School is part of Lima City School District.
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