Serving 636 students in grades 6-8, Mccord Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mccord Middle School serves the west part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 1.7 miles and the furthest edge located 2.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccord Middle School's student population of 636 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
Mccord Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccord Middle School is 0.45, 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
#823 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
6%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
73%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Mccord Middle School's ranking?
Mccord Middle School is ranked #823 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mccord Middle School often compared to?
Mccord Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ann Simpson Davis Middle School, Kilbourne Middle School, Olentangy Orange Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mccord Middle School?
636 students attend Mccord Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mccord Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccord Middle School?
Mccord Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mccord Middle School offer ?
Mccord Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mccord Middle School part of?
Mccord Middle School is part of Worthington City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccord Middle School located?
Mccord Middle School is located in the Far Northwest neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Far Northwest.
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