Serving 449 students in grades 6-8, Mcpherson Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: McPherson Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Clyde, OH, encompassing approximately 67.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 9.8 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcpherson Middle School's student population of 449 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Elevating Academic Excellence and CommUNITY Spirit
School Rankings
Mcpherson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcpherson Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1320 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcpherson Middle School's ranking?
Mcpherson Middle School is ranked #1320 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mcpherson Middle School?
449 students attend Mcpherson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mcpherson Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcpherson Middle School?
Mcpherson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcpherson Middle School offer ?
Mcpherson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcpherson Middle School part of?
Mcpherson Middle School is part of Clyde-Green Springs Exempted Village School District.
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